Registered Nurse (RN), NSWOC - Full-time

Southwesthealthline; London; On-site; CAD 98,821 - 107,141; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Travel compensation

Smartphone provided

Comprehensive orientation

Job summary

VON Canada is seeking a Registered Nurse with NSWOC expertise for the London, Ontario area. The role involves wound assessments, ostomy care, and continence management in clients’ homes or clinics, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve healing and quality of life.

Launched with incentives for nursing excellence, this full-time position offers competitive pay and benefits, plus opportunities for professional growth within VON.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the province of practice.
• Completion of NSWOCC WOC-EP or IIWCC, or APN with wound care education.
• Three years of wound care experience in community or acute care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and educate clients and families; create outcome-directed care plans.
• Support specialized wound care modalities and case management.
• Educate clients and families using adult learning principles.
• Mentor other care providers and collaborate with an inter-professional team.
• Participate in weekly NSWOCs conference to discuss complex cases.

Skills

Wound care expert

Clinical assessment

Education and counselling

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Education

NSWOCC WOC-EP or IIWCC

Master’s-prepared APN with wound care education

Job description

Our nurses, personal support workers, therapists and other health-care providers deliver care and services that offer clinical, personal and social support in homes and communities across Nova Scotia and Ontario.

Position

Registered Nurse (RN), NSWOC – Full‑time

Region

London and Middlesex

Requisition Details

• Employment Status: Regular, Full‑time (1.0 FTE)
• Program Name: Visiting Nursing
• Number of Hours Bi‑Weekly: 75
• Work Schedule: Days
• On Call: No
• Existing Vacancy: Yes – we’re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position.
• $2,000 Signing Bonus + $5,000 Retention Bonus (6 months) – Conditions Apply
• Newly increased pay rates; Health Force Ontario offers a $25,000 CCPN incentive to eligible nurses in exchange for a 24‑month commitment.

Your Role

As an NSWOC with VON, your specialized skills and knowledge will be leveraged to provide comprehensive wound assessments, ostomy care, and continence management. You may work in the client’s home or a clinic and will work closely with an interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans that promote healing, comfort, and improved quality of life for our clients. You will help alleviate healthcare system challenges through the NSWOC Power of Three; the provision of higher quality care, reduced costs and improved outcomes for patients.

Responsibilities

• Improve Client Care Planning and Continuity: assess and educate clients and families, implement outcome‑directed co‑designed care plans, and incorporate education, counselling, and discharge planning as necessary.
• Enhance Your Clinical Expertise: support specialized, progressive treatment modalities and case management following established nursing principles that have shown optimal wound and ostomy management and improved client outcomes.
• Empower Clients and Their Families: utilize adult learning principles and evidence‑based teaching materials to educate clients and families, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health and service requirements.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team: act as a clinical resource and mentor other care providers, staff, and students, promoting an inter‑professional collaborative team and improving clinical capacity development.
• Collaborate with Peers: work autonomously, but not alone. NSWOCs across the province meet virtually every week to discuss hard cases or uncommon experiences.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries and vacation time
• Tiered benefits (health, dental, LTD)
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Travel compensation
• Smartphone to keep you connected during work time
• Clinic work, where applicable
• The opportunity to make a difference in your community
• The opportunity to use your skills and expand your knowledge
• The opportunity to grow your career with VON
• A comprehensive orientation program

Requirements

• Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse in the province of practice.
• Completion of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence Canada (NSWOCC) WOC‑EP program, or International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), or Master’s‑prepared Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) with formal skin and wound care education.
• Three years of experience in the community or acute care setting focusing on wound care is preferred.
• Experience in community and home care is preferred.
• Ability to observe and make effective assessments of clinical issues.
• Ability to initiate and support health teaching.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills that allow for effective engagement with clients, staff, and the public.

About VON

VON is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to our clients. We offer role autonomy and a collaborative environment where each team member plays a critical role in delivering high‑quality client care. We believe in investing in our staff’s growth and development and ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding career path for everyone on our team.

Benefits and EEO Statement

VON Canada is committed to meeting the needs of persons with disabilities and to providing accessibility accommodations for candidates who require them. If you are in need of accessibility support, please visit our website at https://www.von.ca/en/accessibility for further details. VON Canada is committed to embracing and celebrating equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as fundamental to living out our values of Respect, Compassion, and Excellence in all that we do.

Salary

$47.51 – $51.51 per hour

Terms of Employment

Full‑Time

Deadline for Application

Monday, August 31, 2026

How to Apply

Visit https://jobs.jobvite.com/von/job/omI8zfwv

Location

London, ON

Profession Type

Nurses (NP, RN and RPN)

Additional Information

*You may qualify for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) through Health Force Ontario. This program provides a $25,000 incentive to eligible nurses in exchange for a 24‑month commitment to an eligible employer. Eligibility requirements are available at www.healthforceontario.ca/ccpn.

Work Conditions

This role requires a detail‑oriented approach in a dynamic environment, with physical activity including lifting, carrying (using proper techniques), bending, reaching, kneeling, and other movements that emphasize good body mechanics. Individuals in the role are required to walk, sit, stand, and climb stairs throughout the day, with some tasks requiring fine hand movements.