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

Temiskaming Shores & Area Chamber of; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team of nurses making a real difference in community health. This role offers the chance to work with clients in their homes, providing essential care and support. With a strong focus on client-centered health care, you will have the opportunity to utilize your skills fully while enjoying a supportive and flexible work environment. The organization values your well-being and offers comprehensive benefits, including a pension plan and travel compensation. If you are passionate about nursing and want to make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Orientation Program

Competitive Salaries

Health and Dental Benefits

Defined Benefit Pension Plan

Travel Compensation

Employee Assistance Program

Smartphone Provided

Learning Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario.
• Experience in community health is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide client care in home settings, including assessments and rehabilitation.
• Collaborate with health teams to deliver exceptional care.

Skills

Registered Practical Nurse License

Community Health Nursing Certification

Clinical Practice Experience

Experience in Community Health

Attention to Detail

Education

Nursing Degree

Additional Degrees or Certificates

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Smartphone

Job description

Are you a new graduate, retired nurse, or nurse looking to enter back into the nursing field? You may qualify for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) through Health Force Ontario. This program provides 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

Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Opportunity: Cobourg, ON is designated as a rural and remote community in Canada and therefore RNs/RPNs may be eligible to apply for Canada Student Loan Forgiveness. More information can be found at the following link: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/education/student-loan-forgiveness/eligibility.html

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

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!

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.

Join us in community nursing 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.