Registered Practical Nurse

Southwesthealthline; Markdale, Chatsworth; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP Pension Plan

Benefits package

Job summary

South East Grey Community Health Centre in Ontario seeks an experienced Registered Practical Nurse for an approximately 20-month contract, with 0.8–1.0 FTE (30–37.5 hrs/wk). The position is mainly based in Markdale with occasional coverage at Chatsworth, joining a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care.

The role offers HOOPP participation and a comprehensive benefits package, with salary to be negotiated.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Practical Nursing required and current CNO registration.
• Minimum two years nursing experience in hospital or community setting.
• Primary care experience is an asset; strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments, triage, health education and counselling, venipuncture and ECGs per standards.
• Support safe, patient-centered care in a collaborative primary care setting.
• Maintain clinical rooms, equipment, supplies and documentation.
• Complete timely chart reviews, care planning, and internal referrals.
• Collaborate with physicians, NPs and staff to improve patient outcomes.
• Contribute to development and evaluation of clinical programs and services.
• Provide coverage across multiple clinic locations as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient education

Clinical documentation

Adaptability

Education

Diploma in Practical Nursing

Current RPN registration (CNO)

Tools

Practice Solutions

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Office

Job description

South East Grey Community Health Centre (SEGCHC) is a primary care organization serving communities of Grey County through four clinic sites located in Dundalk (two locations), Markdale and Chatsworth. SEGCHC is committed to improving the health and well-being of individuals and communities through accessible, comprehensive primary care, health promotion, and community development. Our team works collaboratively to address the diverse needs of the communities we serve.

Position: Registered Practical Nurse

Region: Huron and Perth

Description: We are currently seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our interdisciplinary primary care team. This is an approximately 20-month contract position, with the opportunity to transition to permanent employment. The position offers flexibility between 0.8 and 1.0 FTE (30–37.5 hours per week) and is based primarily at our Markdale location, with occasional coverage required at our Chatsworth location. The successful candidate will play an integral role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, supporting clinical services, providing health education, and contributing to community-based programs that promote the health and well-being of our communities. SEGCHC offers a competitive salary, participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting patient assessments, triage, health education and counselling, health history collections, venipuncture, ECGs, and other clinical procedures in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards, applicable legislation, and established nursing practices.
• Supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care within a collaborative primary care environment.
• Maintaining clinical rooms, equipment, supplies, and resources to ensure a safe, organized, and efficient care environment.
• Completing accurate and timely clinical documentation, participating in chart reviews and case conferences, and contributing to effective care planning.
• Advocating for patients by connecting them with appropriate internal services, community resources, and partner organizations.
• Contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of clinical programs and services that support individuals, families, and communities.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, administrative staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to promote positive patient outcomes.
• Demonstrating flexibility and the ability to provide coverage at multiple clinic locations as required.

South East Grey Community Health Centre

South East Grey Community Health Centre (SEGCHC) is a primary care organization serving communities of Grey County through four clinic sites located in Dundalk (two locations), Markdale and Chatsworth. SEGCHC is committed to improving the health and well-being of individuals and communities through accessible, comprehensive primary care, health promotion, and community development. Our team works collaboratively to address the diverse needs of the communities we serve.

Position: Registered Practical Nurse

Region: Huron and Perth

Description: We are currently seeking a motivated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our interdisciplinary primary care team. This is an approximately 20-month contract position, with the opportunity to transition to permanent employment. The position offers flexibility between 0.8 and 1.0 FTE (30–37.5 hours per week) and is based primarily at our Markdale location, with occasional coverage required at our Chatsworth location. The successful candidate will play an integral role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care, supporting clinical services, providing health education, and contributing to community-based programs that promote the health and well-being of our communities. SEGCHC offers a competitive salary, participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities:

• Conducting patient assessments, triage, health education and counselling, health history collections, venipuncture, ECGs, and other clinical procedures in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario standards, applicable legislation, and established nursing practices.
• Supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care within a collaborative primary care environment.
• Maintaining clinical rooms, equipment, supplies, and resources to ensure a safe, organized, and efficient care environment.
• Completing accurate and timely clinical documentation, participating in chart reviews and case conferences, and contributing to effective care planning.
• Advocating for patients by connecting them with appropriate internal services, community resources, and partner organizations.
• Contributing to the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of clinical programs and services that support individuals, families, and communities.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, administrative staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to promote positive patient outcomes.
• Demonstrating flexibility and the ability to provide coverage at multiple clinic locations as required.

Qualifications:

• Diploma in Practical Nursing from a recognized educational institution.
• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• A minimum of two years of progressive nursing experience in a hospital or community-based setting. Experience in primary care is considered an asset.
• Proficiency with computer and software applications, including Microsoft Office and electronic medical records. Experience in Practice Solutions is considered an asset.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills, with a commitment to providing respectful, inclusive, and patient-centered care.
• The ability to work effectively within a dynamic interdisciplinary team, exercise initiative, work independently when appropriate, and respond positively to direction and changing priorities.
• A commitment to continuous learning, teamwork and improving the health and well-being of the communities served by the SEGCHC.
• Must meet South Easy Grey Community Health Centre’s vaccination requirements as a condition of employment, subject to applicable accommodation requirements.

Salary: To be negotiated

Terms of Employment: Temporary, full-time (20 months)

Deadline for Application: Wednesday, November 04, 2026

Location: Markdale and occasional coverage at other sites

Profession Type: Nurses (NP, RN and RPN)