Registered Practical Nurse - Brain Program

Registered Practical Nurse - Brain Program

Part-time

Department:
Neuro Rehab Program

Compensation: CAD 38.01 - CAD 39.02 - hourly

Union: CUPE

Number of vacancies: 1

Replacement or New:
Replacement

Site:
Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – University Centre

Department:
Brain Program – ABI Service – 10 South

Reports to:

Manager, Program Services

Wage range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (start rate is non‑negotiable and in accordance with collective agreement requirements)

Hours:

0.4 FTE

Shifts:

Day/Evening - Weekdays/Weekends

Status:
Permanent Part-Time

Closing Date:
July 24, 2026

Position Summary

As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will support nursing care, participate in inter‑professional care team to create a safe environment for patients.

Duties

Provide education to patients and families regarding relevant deficits and related health promotion interventions

Work effectively independently as well as collaboratively with inter‑professional team

Contribute to the care planning process and follow a designed plan of care

Provide safe, competent care within scope of practice

Actively participate in education/mentorship of RPN students and new staff

Actively participate in professional, program and hospital‑wide initiatives

Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients

Qualifications

Current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario (General Certificate) and member in good standing, required

Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing preferred

Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada) required

Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills

Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program) required

Medical asepsis (if not included in diploma program) preferred

Recent experience in rehabilitation nursing care of neurological patient populations required

Experience providing care to patients who require trach care, suctioning, tube feeding and bowel and bladder management required

Familiarity with principles of rehabilitation and practice implications required

Ability to assess and care for patients with multiple medical needs

Demonstrated ability to identify, assess, and monitor clinical status and intervene appropriately with changes in clinical status, required

Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe behavioural dysfunction, including engagement and re‑direction, required

Ability to recognize changes in behaviour and follow prescribed behavioural management strategies required

Ability to appropriately care for patients who present with severe cognitive and physical impairment required

Knowledge of standards of practice and applicable health care legislation

Computer proficiency required or willing to pursue appropriate computer training

Why Join UHN

Competitive offer packages

Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service

A flexible work environment

Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization

Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on‑site gyms, etc.)

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

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