Registered Practical Nurse - Progressive and Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit - Jobs and employment opportunities in Canada - jobs-ca.com

Union: CUPE

Number of Vacancies: 2

New or Replacement Position: New

Site: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute – E.W. Bickle Centre

Department: South 4 Progressive and Geriatric Rehabilitation Unit

Reports to: Program Services Manager

Salary Range: $38.01 - $39.02 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement)

Hours: Varies

Shifts: Days/Evenings/Nights

Status: Casual

Closing Date: October 29, 2026
Job Summary
South 4 is a 48 bed inpatient Progressive Rehab Unit at the E.W. Bickle Centre on Dunn Ave. We provide a broad range of care and 24/7 support to individuals who are unable to live independently as a result of chronic and complex health issues or traumatic injuries.
An Interprofessional team helps them to manage their complex medical conditions and health issues to improve their overall well-being and restore their maximum level of independence. For many of our patients, this is a long process, taking months or years before they can move to the next part of their lives.
Duties
Plan, manage, and evaluate nursing care for patients and families within the RPN scope of practice in the context of an interdisciplinary practice.
Use current theoretical and research knowledge and the input of team members to plan and implement care for patients and families
Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences
Provide mentorship to RPN students and new staff on the unit
Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
Compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Education of patients, family, referring facilities and other community providers regarding philosophy of rehab nursing
Participate in inter-professional team care planning forums, inter-professional rounds and family conferences
Provides leadership, supervision and mentorship to students and new staff on the unit related to LTLD/Geri Rehab
Participate in professional, program and hospital-wide initiatives, including professional development of self
Demonstrates understanding of, compliance with, and commitment to, patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients

Member in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Diploma preparation as an RPN in a recognized education program for Nursing preferred
Current medication certificate (if not included in diploma program)
Medical asepsis preferred (if not included in diploma program)
Experience in Complex Continuing Care preferred
Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support (C level) Heart Saver Plus (Canada)
Member, Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO), preferred
Well developed conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts as they relate to patient population and an ability to articulate these concepts
Well developed clinical decision-making skills that reflect patient centeredness, problem solving and critical thinking
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to impart knowledge to students within the context of a teaching hospital
Good knowledge of standards of nursing practice and applicable health care legislation
Able to use computer software such as word, email and web applications or willing to pursue appropriate training in computer software
Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursue ongoing professional development
Good attendance required
Must be proficient in English
Ability to demonstrate strong health assessment skills

Why join UHN?
In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at 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.)

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

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.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.