Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), Visiting Nursing (Full-time/Part-time)

Temiskaming Shores & Area Chamber of; Belleville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization dedicated to community nursing as a Registered Practical Nurse. This role offers a chance to deliver vital care to clients within their homes, while enjoying comprehensive benefits, a competitive salary, and a supportive work culture that values your well-being and growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive orientation program

Competitive salaries and vacation time

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Travel compensation

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Practical Nurse in Canada.
• Experience in community health is an asset.
• Access to reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centered health care in homes and community settings.
• Conduct physical assessments and provide education to patients.
• Collaborate with community health teams and utilize independent judgment.

Skills

Patient Care

Symptom Control

Palliative Care

Rehabilitation Therapy

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

Licensed as a Registered Practical Nurse

Canadian Nurses Association certification in Community Health Nursing

Job description

Are you a new graduate, retired nurse, or a nurse looking to re-enter the nursing field? You may qualify for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) through Health Force Ontario. This program offers a $25,000 incentive to eligible nurses in exchange for a 24-month commitment to an eligible employer. To view eligibility requirements, click here: www.healthforceontario.ca/ccpn.

Join the VON team and make a difference in your community by delivering exceptional care. VON nurses collaborate with community health teams to provide client-centered health care in homes, community settings, and clinics. Come work with us — it’s a job that matters!

We are currently hiring for an existing vacancy in this position.

Our Visiting Nurses provide client care in the client’s own home, including physical assessments, symptom control, palliative care, rehabilitation therapy, wound care, education, counseling to individuals and families, and more.

Join us in community nursing and you’ll get to:

• Work to the full scope of practice
• Make an impact in your community by supporting clients at home
• Use independent judgment to make care decisions
• Support children in their education
• Work with caring co-workers and leaders who prioritize your well-being and safety
• Enjoy a workplace culture of comfort, connection, and belonging
• Embrace flexibility for work-life balance
• Access VON supports, including learning opportunities, Employee Access Program, wellness benefits, and workplace respect

What we can offer you:

• Comprehensive orientation program
• Opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge
• Competitive salaries and vacation time
• Tiered benefits (health, dental, LTD) and an Employee Assistance Program
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contributions
• Travel compensation
• Smartphone to stay connected during work
• The chance to make a difference in your community
• Work with an organization with 125 years of history

What we need from you:

• Licensed as a Registered Practical Nurse in your province
• Canadian Nurses Association certification in Community Health Nursing (asset)
• Additional degrees or certificates may be required for specific clinical fields
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation
• Current satisfactory Criminal Records Check; Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
• Clinical practice experience (asset)
• Experience in community health (asset)
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required

Additional information:

Work conditions include a fast-paced environment, attention to detail, physical activities like lifting, bending, and walking, and fine hand movements.

Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunity:

Bancroft, ON is designated as a rural community, and RNs/RPNs may be eligible for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness. More info at: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/education/student-loan-forgiveness/eligibility.html.

Accessibility:

VON Canada is committed to accessibility. If you require accommodations, visit http://www.von.ca/en/accessibility.

Additional notes:

Other terms searched: Registered Nurse, RN, nurse, nursing, practical nurse, clinic nurse, school nurse, RPN.

Internal Applicants: If applying for a unionized position, be aware the posting may remain open beyond the deadline if not enough applicants are received. The posting may close at VON’s discretion or after a period aligned with your Collective Agreement.