Registered Practical Nurse
Oak Valley Health
Registered Practical Nurse
Oak Valley Health
Ontario regional hospital and health system
Please Note: If you are a current Oak Valley Health employee, apply to this job via the internal Workday application.
Land acknowledgement:
Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.
Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.
Who you are:
Closing Date: July 13th, 2026
What we are looking for:
As a member of our inter-professional team, you will work closely with Plastic Surgeons, Orthopaedic Technologists, the Fracture Clinic, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and Wound Care Nurses in providing patient care within the Plastic Clinic. As a member of this team, you will also work collaboratively with General Surgeons, and Ophthalmologists to provide patient care within the Minor Surgery Clinic. You will utilize your clinical assessment, patient teaching communication, critical thinking and leadership skills in this fast-paced environment where our focus is patient/family centered care, evidence based practice and customer satisfaction.
What you bring to the role:
Certificate in Practical nursing required
Post graduate certificates in aseptic procedures (Perioperative Certificate), physical assessment and medications is required
Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses
Current BCLS certification
Minimum 2 years recent experience working in an operating room setting as a scrub nurse
Minimum of 2 years recent experience, within the past year, in an ambulatory care setting including Plastics, Fracture and minor procedures.
Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique, completion of an operating room course
Demonstrated knowledge of patient education
Demonstrated knowledge of suture removal, dressing changes and assisting with minor procedures is required
RPNAO membership is preferred
Demonstrated excellent physical assessment skills
Ability to critically think, problem solve and function in a fast paced clinic environment
Ability to act as a resource and role model
Ability to assist with start up of a new clinic
Proficient computer skills
Demonstrated commitment to a patient/family centred care environment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively within an interprofessional team as well as independently
Well developed organization, communication, interpersonal skills
Evidence of ongoing professional development, continuing education and leadership experience
Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards
Demonstrated commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required
Work Schedule:
07:30 AM - 3:30 PM, 08:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 07:30 AM - 11:30 AM, 07:30 AM - 12:30 PM,
Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.
Compensation:
CU10Range:
$37.64 - $39.02Who we are:
Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations and include Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and our Reactivation Care Centre. Across our hospitals and the RCC we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).
Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an honoured to care mindset and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost. Are you ready to join us?
Oak Valley Health diversity statement
Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of sexual minority groups, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.
We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada's Best Employers for Diversity 2023. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDI.
Ontario regional hospital and health system
Oak Valley Health operates hospital facilities in Ontario, serving the Markham-Stouffville community and surrounding areas. It provides a range of acute care services through its hospitals, including emergency, inpatient, surgical, diagnostic, and outpatient care, as well as related health programs and community services. Patients access care by visiting Oak Valley Health hospitals and clinics, where care is coordinated across departments by clinical teams to diagnose, treat, and support recovery. The company differentiates itself through its local focus and integrated hospital network, aligning services under a single health system to simplify access and continuity of care for residents. Its goal is to deliver high-quality, accessible health services to improve the health and well-being of the community it serves.
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