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

VON Canada (Ontario); Cobourg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local healthcare organization in Northumberland County is seeking Visiting Nurses to deliver client-centered health care in homes. The role requires a valid Registered Practical Nurse license in Ontario and emphasizes making a difference in the community. Applicants will provide a range of nursing services, coordinate care, and support clients in their home environments. The organization offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work culture.

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 the province of practice.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required.
• A current satisfactory Criminal Records Check and possibly a Vulnerable Sector Search.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care in the client’s own home.
• Perform physical assessments and provide symptom control support.
• Support children to continue their education in school.

Skills

Licensed as a Registered Practical Nurse

Canadian Nurses Association certification in Community Health Nursing

Clinical practice experience

Community health experience

Education

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Overview

Join the VON team and make a difference in the lives of our clients 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!

Existing Vacancy: Yes – we’re currently hiring candidates for an existing vacancy in this position

Responsibilities

Our Visiting Nurses provide client care in the client’s own home. They provide physical assessments, symptom control support, palliative care, rehabilitation therapy, wound care, education, counselling to individuals and families and much more. Come work with 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 in their home
• Use independent judgment to make decisions about your client’s care
• Support children to continue their education in school
• Work with amazing co-workers and leaders who care about your well-being and safety
• Have a workplace culture of comfort, connection, and belonging
• Embrace flexibility to promote work-life balance
• Access VON supports through learning opportunities, Employee Access Program access, wellness benefits, and workplace respect…VON cares!

What we can offer you

• Comprehensive orientation program
• Opportunity to use your skills and expand your knowledge
• Competitive salaries and vacation time
• Tiered Benefits (health, dental, LTD) and an Employee Assistance Program
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan with company contribution
• Travel compensation
• Smartphone provided to keep you connected during work time
• The opportunity to make a difference in your community
• Work with an organization that is 125 years strong

What we need from you

• Must be Licensed as a Registered Practical Nurse in the province of practice
• Canadian Nurses Association certification in Community Health Nursing as an asset
• For positions requiring expertise in a specific field of clinical practice, additional degrees or certificates may be required.
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle are required
• A current and original copy of a satisfactory Criminal Records Check is required and a Vulnerable Sector Search and/or a Child Abuse Registry Check may be required
• Clinical practice experience is an asset
• Experience in community health is an asset
• The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be required

Come for the job, stay for the learning, and the chance to make a difference.

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities: Attention to detail; Lift and carry using appropriate lifting techniques; Bend, push, pull, grip, reach, kneel, crouch using good body mechanics; Walk, sit, stand, climb stairs; Hand movements.

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