Practical nurse jobs in Kitchener, ON and nearby

Practical nurse jobs within 25 km of Kitchener, ON, Canada. Nearby towns and cities are included. Distances are straight-line, not driving distances.

Counted Sep 18, 2026

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Open jobs: 49
Employers: 21

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Employers hiring include Cambridge Memorial Hospital (14), Chartwell (5), COGIR Real Estate (3).

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Registered Practical Nurse, Emergency Department PT 2026-6929
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Cambridge, ON
Other
Registered Practical Nurse
Indwell
Kitchener, ON
…your full scope of practice in collaboration with Registered Nurses across the organization and with Indwell’s Clinical Lead. As an integral part of an interdisciplinary care team, you will…
Registered Practical Nurse - Full Time
peopleCare Communities
Cambridge, ON
Full-time
We are currently recruiting for experienced Registered Practical Nurses to join our rapidly growing team.
Immunization & Public Health Promotion Nurse - RPN
ParaMed Home Health Care
Kitchener, ON
Full-time
In accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) Standards of Practice and as an integral member of the Public Health Services team, provides immunization services within the…
Registered Practical Nurse - Part-Time
peopleCare Communities
Kitchener, ON
Part-time
We are currently recruiting for experienced Registered Practical Nurses to join our rapidly growing team.
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell
Kitchener, ON
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in a Retirement Residence provides professional nursing care to residents and as required will supervise the activities and provide direction to Care…
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual
COGIR Real Estate
Cambridge, Ontario
Part-time
Immunization & Public Health Promotion Nurse - RPN
Extendicare
Kitchener, ON
Full-time
In accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) Standards of Practice and as an integral member of the Public Health Services team, provides immunization services within the…
INFUSION NURSE (RPN - CASUAL) (GUELPH/CAMBRIDGE)
Green Shield Canada
Cambridge, ON
Registered Practical Nurse Casual AgeCare West Williams
AgeCare
Kitchener, ON
Part-time
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) provides professional nursing care to residents in accordance with required medical care and professional nursing practice. The Registered Practical…
Care Supervisor (RPN/ RN) - Talent Network
CBI Home Health
Waterloo, ON
Full-time
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Long Term Care
S&R Group of Companies
Kitchener, Ontario
Up to 30.38 CAD / hour
Full-time
Registered Practical Nurse, Surgical Day Care PT 2026-6984
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Cambridge, ON
Other
Registered Practical Nurse, Medicine FT 2026-6983
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Cambridge, ON
Other
Registered Practical Nurse FTC 2026-6978
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
Cambridge, ON
Other
Registered Practical Nurse
Bayshore
Kitchener, ON
…for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023…
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) – Long Term Care
S&R Group of Companies
Cambridge, Ontario
Up to 30.33 CAD / hour
Full-time
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell
Kitchener, Ontario
Part-time
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in a Retirement Residence provides professional nursing care to residents and as required will supervise the activities and provide direction to Care…
Registered Practical Nurse - Part Time
peopleCare Communities
Cambridge, Ontario
Part-time
We are currently recruiting for experienced Registered Practical Nurses to join our rapidly growing team.
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual
Cogir Senior Living
Cambridge, Ontario
Part-time
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell
Waterloo, Ontario
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in a Retirement Residence provides professional nursing care to residents and as required will supervise the activities and provide direction to Care…
Registered Practical Nurse - Retirement
Schlegel Villages
Woolwich, Ontario
Part-time
The Village at University Gates Retirement has an exciting opportunity for a Registered Practical Nurse to join their team.
Registered Practical Nurse (ongoing recruitment)
Region of Waterloo
Kitchener, ON
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell
Kitchener, Ontario
Part-time
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in a Retirement Residence provides professional nursing care to residents and as required will supervise the activities and provide direction to Care…
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Casual
Cogir Senior Living
Kitchener, Ontario
Part-time

peopleCare Communities

Registered Practical Nurse - Part Time

Cambridge, ON, Canada

Part-time

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Responsibilities

Provide nursing and personal care to residents under the direction of a Registered Nurse, including administering medications and monitoring health conditions. Assist with daily routines and participate in the development and implementation of resident care plans.

Requirements

Must be a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario and possess a current Medication Administration Certificate. Experience in long-term care or gerontology is considered an asset.

Experience

2 to 5 years

Education

professional certificate

Working hours

40 hours per week

Job type

Part-time

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

Nursing Care
Medication Administration
Patient Monitoring
Care Coordination
Critical Thinking
Time Management
Customer Focus
Microsoft Office
Point Click Care
Gerontology
Rehabilitation
Documentation

Minimum pay

$32.38

Maximum pay

$34.34

Pay currency

CAD

Pay period

HOUR

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
Long-Term Care
Gerontology
College of Nurses of Ontario
Medication Administration
Point Click Care
Patient Safety
Infection Control
Restorative Care
Healthcare Documentation
Qmentum
Accreditation Canada

Original job description

We are currently recruiting for experienced Registered Practical Nurses to join our rapidly growing team.

Do you have a passion or interest in working with seniors? JOIN AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM!

peopleCare Communities is thrilled to be named one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the eleventh year in a row. This award recognizes top companies across Canada for overall performance, sustained growth, strategy, capabilities and innovation, culture and commitment, and leadership. We are also accredited with Exemplary Standing, the highest award possible through Accreditation Canada’s Qmentum program.

THE ROLE

As a member of the peopleCare nursing team, this position works under the direction of the Registered Nurse and reports to the Director of Care while providing nursing and personal care to residents. In performing these duties, the individual may assume the duties of charge nurse in an assigned unit. The position complies with all legislative standards, company policies/procedures and rules/regulations in a professional manner.

Reports to: Director of Care/Director of Nursing

RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversees and assists residents with daily routines and functions such as bathing, dressing, undressing and eat meals as required.
Review 24-72 hour report at beginning of shift
Follows and processes physician orders.
Administers medications and treatments within the limitations set by the College of nurses.
Observes and monitors conditions of residents and reports changes in physical or mental conditions to the Registered Nurse.
Assures observance with required techniques in nursing care.
Responsible for resident safety - according to role.
Participates in the development and modification of resident’s plan of care.
Assists in implementing/evaluating the effectiveness of the plans.
Monitors resident’s health and notes any changes in condition appropriately
Assists in the maintenance of resident records, including documentation in compliance with established standards and legislative requirements.
Cooperates in the provision of life enrichment programs for the residents.
Participates in restorative care program.
Notifies the Registered Nurse of incidents or accidents and completes appropriate forms.
Assists in training and directing non-registered nursing staff in providing care to residents under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Collaborates with other members of the health care team.
Maintains a cooperative relationship with other staff members.
Participates in meetings and committees.
Performs other related functions as directed by supervisor.
Assumes responsibility for the operation of the unit under the direction of the Registered Nurse as required.
Participates in the quality assurance process and on-going activities
Participates in quality assurance meetings
Complies with the quality assurance model
Contributes to the performance assessment of non-registered nursing staff
Follows all health and safety and safe work practices and guidelines.
Identifies and corrects inappropriate work practices which may affect the health and safety of co-workers.
Displays an attitude that is focused on working safely and ensuring that the work environment is safe and healthy.
Uses safe work practices.
Reports any actual or potential hazard to the immediate supervisor.
Uses or wears personal protective equipment (or clothing) as required.
Be involved in infection prevention and control in the home including the utilization of Infection Control Surveillance Program on Point Click Care.
Promptly reports personal injury to supervisor and seeks first aid as needed.
Participates in fire safety activities and knows the facility fire and disaster plan.
Maintains a clean and orderly work area.
Does not use or operate any equipment in a way that would endanger any worker, resident or visitor.
Complies with WSIB company policies and procedures.
Reports any incident immediately to supervisor.
Cooperates with the Return to Work program as identified by WSIB legislation as required.
Complies with all computer confidentiality requirements.
Reports function inconsistencies immediately to supervisor.
Attends in-service education to maintain professional competency.
Attends all mandatory education as provided by the company.
Maintains up to date reflective practice requirements.
Pursues on-going learning.
Functions under direct supervision
Assists providing direction and leadership to subordinates
Acts on direction of physicians’ orders and prescribed standards
No signing authority
Access to highly confidential information
Access to Point Click Care

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Current Medication Administration Certificate, or equivalent
Current certificate of competency from the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good standing
Experience in Long-Term Care considered an asset
Registered with a regulatory body
Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers
Education and/or experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset
Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills
Skills in use of computer and Microsoft Office applications

peopleCare is committed to providing and arranging accommodation to candidates upon request.

Thank you for your interest in working with us!

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