Registered Practical Nurse

Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre; Pratt Siding; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A diverse Indigenous health agency is seeking a full-time Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) for their Newbury site. The role involves assisting with direct client care, conducting intake appointments, advocating for clients, and maintaining health databases. The position offers a salary range of $51,078 to $63,847, along with comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and a pension plan. Candidates must have a strong commitment to holistic health and client advocacy.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Registered Practical Nurse with experience in client care.
• Knowledge of holistic health practices and advocacy.
• Familiarity with cancer screening and immunization guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct client care procedures and related tasks.
• Conduct intake appointments with new clients.
• Advocate for equitable access to health services.
• Maintain database and registry of client eligibility.
• Perform specialized procedures and maintain medical supplies.
• Provide telephone support and triage concerns.

Skills

Client care procedures

Holistic health practices

Advocacy

Lab specimen processing

Emergency nursing

Education

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

1824 Concession Dr, Newbury, ON N0L 1Z0, Canada

Overview

SOAHAC is a diverse, dynamic, multiservice Indigenous health and wellness agency. We strive to provide quality, wholistic health services by sharing and promoting traditional and western health practices. We are seeking a Registered Practical Nurse to join our interdisciplinary staff team at the Newbury site.

The position: Full-time Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in Newbury, ON. Status: Full-time, permanent. Hours: 35 hours/week (Monday to Friday). Salary: $51,078 to $63,847. Paid Time Off: 3 weeks vacation, 12 health and 3 personal days, 5 spiritual/cultural days, professional development and your birthday off. Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, life insurance and more. Pension: HOOPP (defined benefit plan). Posting Date: January 12, 2026. Deadline: January 26, 2026.

Posting date and deadline indicate the role is currently available and applications are being accepted until the stated deadline.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct client care procedures and related tasks such as checks in clients, obtaining history, vital signs, updating and preparing charts, screening for preventative care, and assisting with medical examination or minor procedures
• Conduct intake appointments with new SOAHAC clients ensuring a holistic process
• Advocate on behalf of the client regarding equitable access to traditional healing and western health services as directed by the client
• Perform specialized procedures, such as obtaining and processing lab specimens
• Maintain database/registry of client eligibility and due for cancer screening, diabetes care, and immunizations using EMR reports; be familiar with Canadian Diabetes Association guidelines, Cancer Care Ontario screening guidelines, and the publicly funded immunization schedule for Ontario
• Receive telephone calls from clients at nursing station/office, triage concerns, and take appropriate action (provide telephone support, book with a provider, or expedite to a provider)
• Contact clients by telephone to discuss results as needed and arrange appropriate follow up, as directed by the Physician/Nurse Practitioner
• Review, maintain, and order immunizations and medical supplies on a weekly basis or as needed
• Commit to continuous professional development and continuing education
• Work self-directed with minimal supervision; demonstrate a recent satisfactory attendance and performance record
• Advocate and support a culture of client safety and understand how the department service contributes to overall client safety at SOAHAC
• Routinely participate in staff meetings

Note: This job may require additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by Southwest Ontario Aboriginal Health Access Centre.

SOAHAC values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer; however, hiring preference will be given to qualified Indigenous applicants. SOAHAC is committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, please advise Human Resources.

We thank all those for applying but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.