Registered Practical Nurse

weCHC; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 67,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness days

Employee Assistance Program

HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension)

Job summary

Windsor Essex Community Health Centre (Leamington Site) is hiring a Registered Practical Nurse for a maternity leave backfill, temporary full-time position (35 hours/week).

The role requires performing physical assessments, health education and counselling in line with CNO standards, and supporting the Refugee Health program in collaborating with an inter-professional team across Windsor-Essex County. Travel between sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Practical Nursing from an accredited college.
• RPANO membership preferred.
• Current CPR (Level C) certificate required.
• Police clearance and vulnerable sector check prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments and health counselling per CNO standards.
• Support Refugee Health program as part of the care team.
• Participate in public speaking and community partnerships.
• Maintain clinical and office areas and documentation.

Skills

Nursing

Community health

Public health

Health education

Interprofessional teamwork

Patient communication

Bilingual English/Spanish asset

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

RPANO membership preferred

Heart and Stroke Foundation CPR

Job description

Position Title: Registered Practical Nurse

Organization:Windsor Essex Community Health Centre, Leamington Site (33 Princess)

Classification:Temporary Full-Time (35 hours/week)

Position Type:Maternity Leave Backfill, up to 18 month contract

Salary Range:$32.22-$38.82/ Hour

Date Posted:September 2, 2026

At weCHC, we’re more than a workplace — we are a purpose-driven team passionate about creating healthier neighbourhoods. Our work supports a diverse population, often with complex and unique needs, and we meet this challenge with compassion, innovation, teamwork and commitment. Whether you are looking to grow your career or take the next step in a meaningful role, weCHC offers the opportunity to contribute to something bigger, alongside colleagues who value collaboration, inclusion, and belonging.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive work environment
• A comprehensive employment package supporting your health and wellbeing, which may include the following based on employment status:
• Wellness days
• Employee Assistance Program
• HOOPP (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan).

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION

The primary focus of the Registered Practical Nurse is to perform physical assessments, health education and counselling according to the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards of practice for Registered Practical Nurses. As a key member of the team supporting the Refugee Health program , the Registered Practical Nurse will:

• Participate in public speaking in various venues and community partnerships
• Ensure clinical and office areas, resources, materials, processes and equipment are maintained in communication and collaboration with other team members
• Provide clinical assessments addressing the physical and emotional needs of clients
• Contribute to chart documentation, participate in chart reviews, case conferences and progress reports to referring/non-referring Physicians or primary health care providers
• Perform other duties that support the mission and vision of the organization and/or as assigned based on position responsibilities and/or site requirements.

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SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Minimum of 3-5 years of nursing experience in a community health setting or combination of community and hospital or public health settings
• Demonstrated ability to be flexible and possess strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to patient and family-centered care and establishing therapeutic relationships is required
• Demonstrated ability to work in an inter-professional team environment is required
• Strong communication and excellent interpersonal skills, combined with good analytical, problem solving, organizational and administrative skills
• Clean driver's abstract, current, valid Class 'G' driver's license and reliable transportation to support travel across Windsor-Essex County as required
• Proficient in the use of computers and various software applications is required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) language skills an asset.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma in Practical Nursing from a recognized College or School of Nursing
• Member of the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPANO) preferred
• Current Basic Rescuer (C) Certificate recognized by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario required
• Completion of a Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check prior to commencing employment

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.