Registered Practical Nurse

About The Ottawa Hospital

Reshaping the future of Healthcare! The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada’s largest learning and research multi‑campus hospitals. With more than 1,400 beds and approximately 17,000 staff, physicians, residents, and volunteers, we deliver specialized care to Eastern Ontario, Western Quebec and Eastern Nunavut. We belong to the community and continually engage it to provide each patient with the care and compassion we would want for our loved ones.

In partnership with the University of Ottawa and other partners, we are recognized nationally and internationally for high‑quality patient care, teaching, and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.

Days and nights, including weekends: 12‑hour shifts (07:15–19:15 and 19:15–07:15). The Hospital reserves the right to change shifts as needed.

• Minimum three (3) months of recent related RPN experience;
• Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Current BCLS;
• Knowledge of safe medication administration principles and ability to practice this in a clinical setting;
• Theoretical knowledge of care of General Medicine/Surgical/Rehabilitation patients and ability to apply it in a clinical setting;
• Ability to participate as an active member of the health‑care team;
• Effective oral and written communication with patients, the public, colleagues, and other health disciplines;
• Commitment to personal continuing education;
• Willingness to participate in self‑evaluation;
• Ability to participate in patient teaching;
• Understanding of the Quality Assurance Program and participation in unit activities;
• Understanding and use of aseptic technique in a clinical setting;
• Ability to perform all tasks related to this position;
• Eligibility to work in Canada.

The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment. We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package, including a defined benefit pension plan and comprehensive insurance protection. Additional benefits include discounts from partner providers, health and wellness resources, and opportunities for personal and professional development with our Learning and Leadership Development team.

If you are passionate about improving community health, motivated by leading‑edge medical technology, and committed to excellence, quality, and patient safety, we want to hear from you. Submit an online application for the position you are interested in. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive work environment. Candidates are encouraged to request accommodations throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Accommodation requests will be kept confidential. For assistance, contact .