Registered Practical Nurse - Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Service

Union: SEIU
Number of Vacancies: 1
Replacement or New Position: Replacement
Site: West Park Healthcare Centre
Department: 3C Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Service
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Wage Range: $38.42 - $39.02 per hour (start rate in accordance with collective agreement requirements)
Hours: 0.5 FTE
Shifts: Days/Nights 8 hour shifts
Status: Temporary Part-Time
Closing Date: October 22, 2026
Position Summary
As a member of a multi-disciplinary Team, the Registered Practical Nurse practices in accordance with relevant legislation/standards, the UHN Professional Practice Model and the mission and vision of nursing at the UHN to provide compassionate, collaborative and competent care, while meeting the legal and ethical requirements of the profession.
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
Valid registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Diploma in Practical Nursing
Must be able to achieve 80% in the Functional Independent Measure (FIM) certification exam within the probationary period or within the trial period and on recertification exams if applying to work on any of the following rehabilitation units: 3C (Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation), 3D POD 1 (Amputee Rehabilitation), 2C (Neurological Rehabilitation), 1D (TB Rehabilitation) and 5D (Respiratory Rehabilitation)
Recent related clinical experience preferred
Effective problem recognition, problem solving and decision making skills
Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
Demonstrated commitment to team success
Resilience and effective coping strategies to manage change
Demonstrated computer literacy in word processing and Electronic Patient Record
Working knowledge of the College of Nurses of Ontario standards of practice
Evidence of satisfactory attendance and punctuality

Employment type
Contract

Work arrangement
No