Permanent Casual Registered Practical Nurses – OP-26-150

Ongwanada; Kingston; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Ongwanada in Ontario is accepting applications for Permanent Casual Registered Practical Nurses to deliver care in various community residences. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of $31.89–$34.49 with no minimum guarantee and flexible start dates.

The RPN will establish, monitor and deliver nursing care per the care plan, support unlicensed staff, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, and uphold infection control and continuing education requirements.

Qualifications

• RPN diploma with current College of Nurses of Ontario registration.
• Clinical competencies and critical thinking skills.
• Strong decision-making and interpersonal communication.
• Experience in community care settings preferred.
• CPR certification current.
• Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention required.
• Valid G driving license with full privileges.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care per care plan in home settings.
• Document client conditions and changes per standards.
• Assess needs, collect data, develop and evaluate care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team for transitional care.
• Adhere to infection control practices.
• Support ongoing internal and external continuing education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Analytical skills

Communication

Decision making

Education

RPN Diploma

Ontario registration with CNPO

Job description

File No: OP-26-150

Date Posted: August 13, 2026

Closing Date: Until filled

Position: Permanent Casual Registered Practical Nurses

Location: Various Community Residence

Date Range: Flexible start date

Hours of Work: no minimum guarantee

Wage: Hourly: $31.89 – $34.49

This posting is for an existing Vacancy

Position Summary

The RPN establishes, monitors and delivers nursing care to individuals in a home setting as per the collaborative care plan and in accordance with all required internal and external professional practice standards. As required, provides support and direction to Unlicensed/ Unregistered employees involved in direct care.

Duties

• Provides care and supports according to the established care plan in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, and within the scope of practice of a Registered Practical Nurse;
• Competently demonstrates knowledge, judgement, and skill when preforming delegated nursing acts/procedures;
• Observes and documents client conditions and changes following proper standards and in accordance with professional and organizational standards;
• Assesses individual needs, collects and compiles data, identifies problems, develops, communicates, implements and evaluates care plans;
• Works closely with interdisciplinary team members internally and externally in the development, implementation and monitoring of transitional care and best practices;
• Understands and implements infection control practices;
• Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Education, And Experience Required

• Registered Practical Nursing Diploma; Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
• Demonstrated clinical competencies; Critical thinking and analytical skills;
• Decision making skills; Positive interpersonal skills;
• Previous experience in community care sector;
• Must successfully complete and maintain certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as per Ongwanada policies;
• Must possess and maintain a valid G Driving License with full driving privileges;
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written;
• Current CPR certification;

Accessibility, Equity, And Human Rights

Ongwanada is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

Disclosure

We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.