Find work in Canada.

A simpler way to find your next job.

Jobs in Canada

25+ jobs

Email me new jobs Save this search

Added 21 mins ago
Senior Scheduler
Pomerleau
Vancouver, BC
$114,000 to $148,000 CAD / year
Full-time
Completed a construction related certificate program, diploma or degree.
Added 21 mins ago
General Manager
P3 Veterinary Partners
Halifax, NS
Full-time
The successful candidate will serve as a steady, balanced leader focused on:
Added 21 mins ago
Class 1 Driver
Mohebi Martin Brower Logistics LLC
New Westminster, BC
Full-time
…the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program…
Added 21 mins ago
International Logistics Analyst
TricorBraun
Burlington, ON
Full-time
Because we’re a well-known and respected leader in packaging, we have many opportunities here. We’ll get you started with an exceptional training program providing classroom, online, and…
Added 21 mins ago
Regional Transportation Lead Architect, Western Canada
Architecture49 Inc.
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Regional Transportation Sector Leader (Transportation Architect) for Western Canada
Added 22 mins ago
Agronomist Intern (Leader, SK)
Simplot
Leader, SK
Agronomist Intern Scouting Program Participant
Added 37 mins ago
Regional Transportation Lead Architect, Western Canada
Architecture49 Inc.
Vancouver, BC
Full-time
Regional Transportation Sector Leader (Transportation Architect) for Western Canada
Added 37 mins ago
Warehouse Worker
Mohebi Martin Brower Logistics LLC
New Westminster, BC
$39.41 CAD / hour
Full-time
…the opportunity to participate in a discretionary incentive program, subject to program…
Added 37 mins ago
Software Developer Co-op - Full Stack - Virtualized Switchers (Winter Term - Jan 2027- April 2027)
Ross Video
Ottawa, ON · Nepean, ON
Full-time
Ross Video is a world leader in high-definition video production equipment, designed and manufactured in Canada and sold world-wide. Our products are used by a who's who of the global…
Added 37 mins ago
Member of Technical Staff 4
Nutanix Indonesia
Vancouver, BC
$151,000 to $227,000 CAD / year
Full-time
…the way companies virtualize their data centers. Nutanix, a leader in enterprise cloud, is looking for an outstanding Software Developer to join our Software Defined Security product team,…
Added 37 mins ago
Software Chief Engineer
Kepler Communications Inc.
Canada
Full-time
As the Software Leader/Chief Engineer, you are the senior technical authority for software across Kepler’s programs and the point of technical accountability for the integrity and coherence…
Added 37 mins ago
R&D Engineering Associate (Co-op)
Boston Scientific
Mississauga, ON
Full-time
Actively enrolled in an Engineering degree program
Added 37 mins ago
BIM Director
BPA
Montreal, QC
Full-time
…Development, helping evolve the way we work and positioning BPA as a leader in digital innovation and operational…
Added 52 mins ago
Sponsorship Program - Police Officers
City of Saint John
Saint John, NB
Full-time
Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community? Are you a leader who takes accountability for their actions? Are you professional in your approach? Do you have a…
Added 1 hour ago
assistant store manager, Charlottetown, PEI
Starbucks Coffee Company
Charlottetown, PE · Stratford, PE
$52,600 to $63,050 CAD / year
Full-time
…(employees), customers and communities – globally. As a Starbucks leader you are driven by a deep sense of purpose. You are aspirational - never a bystander. You take action to make a…
Added 1 hour ago
Operations Specialist
Harry Rosen
Mississauga, ON
Full-time
Added 1 hour ago
Operations Associate
Harry Rosen
Mississauga, ON
Part-time
Added 1 hour ago
Canada Impact+ Emerging Leader in Translational Quantitative Biomedical Imaging
The University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
$145,000 to $175,000 CAD / year
Full-time
…Columbia (UBC) invites applications for a Canada Impact+ Emerging Leader in Health and Biotechnology with focus on Translational Quantitative Biomedical Imaging: an early-career researcher…
Added 1 hour ago
Sales Commission Manager
Geotab
Toronto, ON · Oakville, ON · Waterloo, ON
Geotab ® is a global leader in IoT and connected transportation and certified “Great Place to Work™.” We are a company of diverse and talented individuals who work together to help…
Added 2 hours ago
CNC Machinist - Rotational Shifts only + Benefits package + Paid time off +Shift Premium+ RRSP benefits
Husky Technologies
Bolton, ON
Full-time
Supervise the machine while it executes the program and make any necessary adjustments to produce the desired result.
Added 2 hours ago
HIS Training Manager - Project REACH - Temporary Full-Time - 2026-18856 (2026-18856)
Sunnybrook
Toronto, ON
Full-time
…the ability to be seen as an inspirational and collaborative…
Added 2 hours ago
Track Maintenance Welder
Siemens
Oakville, ON
$39 to $43 CAD / hour
Full-time
Be a leader and promote Siemens’ safety culture and compliance to standards and policies;
Added 2 hours ago
CNC Machinist - Rotational Shifts only + Benefits package + Paid time off +Shift Premium+ RRSP benefits
Husky Technologies
Bolton, ON
Full-time
Supervise the machine while it executes the program and make any necessary adjustments to produce the desired result.
Added 2 hours ago
GARAGE - Sales Team Leader FT - Kingsway Mall
Groupe Dynamite, Inc Garage
AB · Edmonton, Alberta
Full-time
A competitive base salary and bonus plan, and a comprehensive benefits program that meets your needs; you will be at the forefront of a growing organization that understands the importance…
Added 2 hours ago
Manager, Finance
Rogers Communications
Toronto, ON
…well as the Forecast and budgeting planning cycles. A thought leader, the Finance Manager will contribute to set/lead the tactical direction based on thorough understanding of business…

St. Michael's Hospital

Registered Practical Nurse - Palliative Care

Toronto, ON, Canada

Job type: Temporary
Apply by: Oct 23, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 23, 2026

Apply About employer

Applications open in a new tab.

Original job description

Reporting to the Clinical Leader Manager, the RPN works within a dynamic environment as a member of the inter-professional team. The RPN advocates for and promotes wellness while ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and ethical nursing care. The RPN shares his/her knowledge and expertise with others and contributes to the advancement of nursing practice excellence. The RPN continually enhances his/her practice and competencies through ongoing learning, education, experience and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

The primary role of the RPN is to provide holistic, evidence-based, culturally appropriate, patient-centred quality care in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards and Unity Health Toronto's mission, vision, values and policies. The RPN optimizes the patient's experience and care outcomes by:

Being accountable for one's decisions and professional practice;
Establishing a therapeutic relationship with the patient;
Providing autonomous nursing care with patients considered stable and with predictable outcomes;
Collaborating with other members of the patient's care team;
Coordinating and communicating patient care activities to optimize the patients' experience and care outcomes; and
Collaborating and consulting with Registered Nurses and other members of the care team in the care of patients with increasing instability and unpredictability and, when necessary, safely transferring care to the Registered Nurse.

The RPN has a number of key areas of responsibility:

Patient Care

Acquires information to assess patient care and learning needs;
Engages patients and families to assess the level of involvement of the patient/family in their care and integrates into care planning;
Develops a plan of care and integrates nursing activities with other inter-professional activities;
Engages in critical inquiry and reflection to select evidence-based interventions;
Organizes nursing care based on patient care needs and priorities;
Continuously gathers and analyzes clinical and other relevant data to evaluate the effectiveness of the plan of care and adjusts the plan as needed;
Anticipates and recognizes rapidly changing situations; and a patient's transition from stable to unstable, establishes priorities; and takes immediate appropriate action to collaborate and consult with the Registered Nurse;
Provides health education using effective teaching strategies that takes into account the patient/family's learning needs, readiness, and motivation to learn;
Collaborates with appropriate team members on patient care needs;
Processes orders and seeks verification of orders from prescribers;
Documents observations, assessments and care provision in a timely manner to facilitate a current and accurate record of the patient's status and enable effective inter-professional communication;
Contributes to discharge and transition planning and other planning activities to facilitate care continuity and coordination; advocates for care needs to be met in most appropriate setting

Collaboration & Coordination

Organizes patient care activities while working collaboratively with patients, families and the inter-professional team to achieve agreed-upon outcomes and optimize resource utilization for individual patients
Establishes and maintains respectful, collaborative, therapeutic and inter-professional relationships within and across the hospital units/programs (and externally where appropriate for his/her patient population)
Coordinates and communicates patient care activities for a safe and seamless transition from one shift or setting/unit of care to another; ensures appropriate transfer of accountability from one care provider to another
Participates in hospital committees and other groups to represent the RPN perspective and serve as a bridge to the unit/program and patient needs

Leadership & Professional Development

Is accountable for his/her actions and decisions and practices in accordance with professional, legal and accreditation standards and evidence-based practice
Aligns behavior with Unity Health Toronto's vision, mission and values and code of conduct; promotes nursing as a knowledge-based profession; and, supports the advanced of professional practice plans and initiatives
Engages in self-reflection, performance review and ongoing learning
Participates in mentoring, teaching and /or coaching students, co-workers and other regulated and unregulated health professionals
Embraces change that leads to improved nursing practice and better patient outcomes
Advocates for a safe and healthy work environment

Research

Participates in or supports research projects
Supports and participates in evidence-based practice implementation and quality improvement initiatives
Commitment to unit specific education or other training identified as necessary to unit operations

Qualifications

Successful completion of a Practical Nursing Diploma Program
Currently registered as a Registered Practical Nurse, and in good standing with College of Nurses of Ontario
Current BLS Certification required
Must have worked as an RPN in an acute setting within the last year (general medicine or surgery experience preferred)
Current palliative care experience is required
Related palliative care or oncology courses from recognized institution preferred
Completion of CNA certification in palliative care is considered an asset
Certification (or equivalent experience) in Gentle Persuasive Approach, Managing Responsive Behaviours preferred
Experience working with the frail elderly population
Experience working with patients with complex medical and social conditions, mental health and addiction issues.
Ability to work collaboratively with other professions / disciplines in a team environment, as well as independently
Excellent physical assessment skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Excellent computer skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a high turnover of patients
Ability to engage and educate patient and families
Proven planning, time management, organization and coordination skills
Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development
Must have an excellent attendance record

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.

Apply About employer

More about this job

Responsibilities

Provide holistic, evidence-based nursing care to palliative patients, assess and respond to changing needs, and coordinate care with patients, families, and the interprofessional team. Maintain accurate documentation, support safe transitions and patient education, and contribute to professional development, research, and quality improvement.

Requirements

Requires a Practical Nursing Diploma, current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, current BLS certification, recent acute-care RPN experience, and current palliative care experience. Preferred qualifications include palliative care or oncology coursework, experience with frail elderly patients and complex conditions, and Gentle Persuasive Approach or responsive-behaviour training; strong assessment, communication, collaboration, and organizational skills are also required.

Skills

Palliative Care
Patient Assessment
Evidence-Based Nursing
Patient-Centred Care
Care Planning
Clinical Documentation
Interprofessional Collaboration
Patient And Family Education
Critical Thinking
Problem-Solving
Physical Assessment
Care Coordination
Discharge Planning
Communication
Time Management
Quality Improvement

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
Palliative Care
Practical Nursing Diploma
College Of Nurses Of Ontario
BLS Certification
Acute Care
General Medicine
Surgery
Oncology
Gentle Persuasive Approach
Responsive Behaviours
Frail Elderly
Complex Medical Conditions
Mental Health
Addiction
Evidence-Based Practice
Patient-Centred Care
Interprofessional Team
Physical Assessment
Clinical Documentation
Discharge Planning
Quality Improvement
Research
Patient And Family Education
Care Coordination
Reflective Practice
Unity Health Toronto
Accessibility For Ontarians With Disabilities Act
Ontario Human Rights Code

Report this job