RPN Inpatient Rehabilitation

About Us

Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) is a two-site community hospital system in Brantford and Paris, Ontario, driven by the vision to Lead Beyond Care. With over 130 years of service, BCHS includes:

• Brantford General Hospital – An acute care hospital offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient services.
• The Willett in Paris – Home to our urgent care centre and transitional care services.

Our strategic priorities center on quality care, connected teams, and a healthy future for our patients, people, and community. Our culture is shaped by core values and pillars:

• Core Values: Be Bold and Courageous, Commit to Excellence, Champion Equity, Be Trustworthy.
• Four Pillars: Patient-First, People-Centred, Partnership-Based, Progress-Focused.

About the Role

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the successful applicant will provide comprehensive nursing care in the Rehabilitation program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited college nursing program.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
• 2 years’ experience in a complex continuing care, geriatric nursing, or rehabilitation setting.
• Able to perform I.V. starts and venipuncture.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a team focus.
• Self-directed individual with the ability to work both independently and in partnership with members of the interprofessional team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development in nursing.
• Creative problem solver with a solution focus and patient-friendly approach.
• Demonstrates commitment to exceptional customer service with patients, families, staff, colleagues, and community partners.
• Proven critical thinking skills.
• Ability to multitask and set priorities in a rapidly changing environment.
• Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to establish positive and proactive work relationships with external partners.
• Demonstrated good stewardship in the identification, reporting, and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions (safety is a BCHS Corporate Priority).

Preferred Competencies

• Member of RPNAO.
• Ability to be a coach, teacher, and mentor to colleagues and students.
• Demonstrated competence in patient assessment and care planning.
• Reliable individual with excellent attendance record and able to work all shifts.

Benefits

• Investing in You: Access to a centralized Education Fund, tuition support, and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible Scheduling: Within a standard work week.
• Career Growth: Internal job postings, mentorship programs, and leadership development.
• Predictable Work Locations: Stability and consistency in your work environment.
• Collaborative Team Culture: Work alongside skilled professionals in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
• Employee Wellness Matters: Peer Support Team, Wellness Committee, free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Commitment to Safety: Comprehensive safety programs for all.
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Salaries and benefits designed to align with industry standards, including an excellent pension plan.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Actively working to diversify our teams and remove systemic barriers in hiring, retention, and advancement. Accommodations for religious practices and trauma-informed policies that support mental wellbeing.
• Recognition & Rewards: Employee appreciation programs and professional recognition opportunities.
• Community Impact: Make a real difference in patient care and public health every day.
• Choose Civility: A workplace where every interaction matters, fostering dignity, empathy, and cultural awareness.

Diversity & Inclusion

BCHS is committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We welcome people from all walks of life, including all genders, sexual orientations, racial and ethnic backgrounds, Indigenous identities, abilities, and lived experiences. We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing accommodations at every stage of the hiring process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require accommodations, please inform us when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.