Registered Practical Nurse

Windsor Essex Community Health Centre; Leamington; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Wellness days

Employee Assistance Program

HOOPP

Job summary

Windsor Essex Community Health Centre in Leamington is seeking a Registered Practical Nurse for a maternity leave backfill, temporary full-time (35 hours/week) up to 18 months. The position offers a competitive hourly salary and work within a compassionate, community-focused team.

As part of the Refugee Health program, you will perform physical assessments, health education, and counselling, collaborate with an inter-professional team, and support patients across Windsor-Essex County.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Practical Nursing from a recognized College or School of Nursing.
• Current RPANO membership preferred.
• Police Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check prior to starting.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical assessments, health education and counselling.
• Support the Refugee Health program and collaborate with the team.
• Maintain chart documentation and participate in reviews and reports.
• Contribute to patient-centred care and organizational mission.

Skills

Nursing experience

Community health

Inter-professional team

Strong communication

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

RPANO membership preferred

Police Clearance

Tools

Computer skills

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.

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:

• Professional development opportunities
• 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.

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.