Permanent Casual Registered Practical Nurses – OP-26-150
- Kingston, ON, Canada
Wage: Hourly: $31.89 – $34.49 · Full-time
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- Wage: Hourly: $31.89 – $34.49
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Original job description
Date Posted: August 13, 2026
Closing Date: Until filled
Position: Permanent Casual Registered Practical Nurses
Location: Various Community Residence
Date Range: Flexible start date
Hours of Work: no minimum guarantee
Wage: Hourly: $31.89 – $34.49
This posting is for an existing Vacancy
Please submit a Cover Letter & Current Resume quoting file number to careers@ongwanada.com.
Position Summary
The RPN establishes, monitors and delivers nursing care to individuals in a home setting as per the collaborative care plan and in accordance with all required internal and external professional practice standards. As required, provides support and direction to Unlicensed/ Unregistered employees involved in direct care.
Duties
- Provides care and supports according to the established care plan in accordance with organizational policies and procedures, and within the scope of practice of a Registered Practical Nurse;
- Competently demonstrates knowledge, judgement, and skill when preforming delegated nursing acts/procedures;
- Observes and documents client conditions and changes following proper standards and in accordance with professional and organizational standards;
- Assesses individual needs, collects and compiles data, identifies problems, develops, communicates, implements and evaluates care plans;
- Works closely with interdisciplinary team members internally and externally in the development, implementation and monitoring of transitional care and best practices;
- Understands and implements infection control practices;
- Participates in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Education, And Experience Required
- Registered Practical Nursing Diploma; Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
- Demonstrated clinical competencies; Critical thinking and analytical skills;
- Decision making skills; Positive interpersonal skills;
- Previous experience in community care sector;
- Must successfully complete and maintain certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention as per Ongwanada policies;
- Must possess and maintain a valid G Driving License with full driving privileges;
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written;
- Current CPR certification;
Ongwanada is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment, selection, and employment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applicants requiring accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources.
Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or make selection decisions in our recruitment process.
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Responsibilities
Establish, monitor, and deliver nursing care to individuals in community residence home settings according to collaborative care plans, professional standards, and organizational policies. Assess needs, document and respond to changes in client conditions, coordinate care with interdisciplinary teams, apply infection control practices, and support or direct unlicensed care staff as required.
Requirements
Requires a Registered Practical Nursing diploma, current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, demonstrated clinical competencies, and previous community care experience. Candidates must also maintain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and CPR certifications, hold a valid full-privilege G driver's license, and demonstrate sound judgment, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Skills
- Clinical Competency
- Critical Thinking
- Analytical Skills
- Decision Making
- Interpersonal Skills
- Community Care
- Nursing Care
- Care Planning
- Documentation
- Infection Control
- Delegated Nursing Procedures
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
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Categories
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Registered Practical Nurse
- Registered Practical Nursing Diploma
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- Community Care
- Nursing Care
- Collaborative Care Plan
- Clinical Competencies
- Delegated Nursing Acts
- Client Assessment
- Care Planning
- Clinical Documentation
- Infection Control
- Interdisciplinary Team
- Transitional Care
- Continuing Education
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- CPR Certification
- G Driver's License