Registered Practical Nurse

Mississippi River Health Alliance; Carleton Place; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 53,000; Part time

Job summary

Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for Ambulatory Care in Carleton Place. The position is casual with an hourly salary scale and starts 2025-10-29. The MRHA coordinates care across AGH, Fairview Manor, and Paramedic Service in Lanark County.

Applicants must hold an Ontario RPN license and have clinic experience, with a commitment to safety and high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario and licensed as RPN.
• Experience in a fast-paced clinic environment is required.
• Familiarity with Ontario Nursing Standards and Code of Ethics.

Skills

Quality & Safety

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Education

RPN License (Ontario)

Tools

NISS charting system

Care mapping

Job description

Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital (CPDMH)

Program:

Ambulatory Care

Position Type:

Casual

Salary Scale:

$36.10/hour - $38.16/hour

Start Date:

2025-10-29

Almonte General Hospital and Carleton Place & DistrictMemorial Hospital created the Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) in 2016to formalize their commitment to work together to improve each patient andresident’s overall health care experience through a strong, coordinated systemof care. An integrated Senior Team leads the two Hospitals, as well as FairviewManor and Lanark County Paramedic Service which are operating divisions of AGH.Over 600 caring staff, physicians and midwives provide excellent primary, acuteand long-term care to citizens of Lanark County, West Ottawa and RenfrewCounty.

Competencies and Personal Attributes:

• Commitment to excellence, quality and safety.
• Ability to promote effective and respectful communicationto foster interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to work cooperatively and respectfully within ateam environment.
• Effectively able to manage competing priorities and meetdeadlines.
• Ability to work in a manner that is in compliance withpatient and employee safety practices, policies and procedures of theorganization.
• Ability to contribute to a work environment that isconducive to the organizations Workplace Violence and Harassment policy.

Basic Requirements:

• Current Certificate of Competence from the College ofNurses of Ontario and licensed with RPN diploma since 1995.
• If licensed before 1995, proof of certificate inmedication administration course from an accredited College is required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced clinic environment.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of the Standards of NursingPractice for Registered Practical Nurses of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Familiarity with the Canadian Nurses Association Code ofEthics.
• Demonstrated competency in the basic nursing skills andthe effective application of nursing knowledge.
• Ability to practice nursing independently when the outcomeis predictable.
• Committed to future education requirements for working inAmbulatory Care.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a hospital environment.
• Recent experience (within the last year) assistingPhysicians with minor procedures, including sterile field and technique.
• Experience with blood transfusions/infusions and casting.
• Familiarity with the NISS charting system.
• Previous experience or knowledge of Care mapping.
• Emergency/Critical Care or Perioperative experience.

We thank all candidates who apply. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to inclusive and accessible employmentpractices. If you require accommodation throughout any part of the recruitmentprocess, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] to let us know how we mayassist you.

Please note that according to MRHA Vaccination Policies, allapplicants must be fully vaccinated unless they can provide the proof of avalid medical contraindication or exemption on the basis of protected groundsunder the Ontario Human Rights Code in order to be considered for any staff orvolunteer opportunities. Upon hiring, applicants must provide the proof ofeither government issued documentation proving they have been fully vaccinated,or present supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication orexemption under Ontario Human Rights Code.

Mississippi River Health Alliance (MRHA) is committed tofostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. We believethat embracing diversity in all its forms enriches our workplace and enhancesthe quality of care we provide to our patients, residents and community. We arededicated to creating an environment where every individual feels valued,respected and supported regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexualorientation, religion, age, ability or background. We aim to create a workplacewhere everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared mission of providingintegrated health care that meets the evolving life-long needs of ourcommunities.