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 is evolving with a focus on excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Our strategic priorities center on quality care, connected teams, and a healthy future for patients, staff, and the community.

• Brantford General Hospital – Our 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, supporting patients through every step of their healthcare journey.

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.

Why Choose BCHS?

• 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, and 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 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.

About the Role

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care in a rehabilitation setting.
• Perform I.V. starts and venipuncture.
• Demonstrate good stewardship in identifying, reporting, and mitigating unsafe acts or conditions (patient, worker, and workplace safety is a BCHS corporate priority).

Requirements

• 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.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in complex continuing care, geriatric nursing, or rehabilitation.

Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a team focus.
• Self-directed with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interprofessional team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development in nursing.
• Creative problem solver with a solution-focused and patient-friendly approach.
• Commitment to exceptional customer service for patients, families, staff, colleagues, and community partners.
• Proven critical thinking and multitasking skills in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to establish positive and proactive work relationships with external partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Member of RPNAO (Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario).
• Ability to act as a coach, teacher, and mentor to colleagues and students.
• Demonstrated competence in patient assessment and care planning.
• Reliable individual with an excellent attendance record and ability to work all shifts.

Benefits

• Centralized Education Fund and tuition support.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling within a standard work week.
• Internal job postings and leadership development programs.
• Peer Support Team and Wellness Committee.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families.
• Excellent pension plan.
• Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with industry standards.

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. Accommodations are available 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.