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Queen's University

Registered Practical Nurse

Kingston, ON, Canada

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Job details

Apply by: Nov 29, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 13, 2026

Original job description

COVID 19 On-Campus Requirements

Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to declare their COVID-19 vaccination status and provide proof that they were fully vaccinated or had an approved accommodation to engage in in-person University activities. These requirements were suspended May 1, 2022. However, they remain in effect for students, staff, and faculty in workplaces, including hospitals, where patient care is provided and/or where the work duties or educational requirements of the position involve or support patient care.

About Queen's University

Queen’s University is the Canadian research intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. Here the employment experience is as diverse as it is interesting. We have opportunities in multiple areas of globally recognized research, faculty administration, engineering & construction, athletics & recreation, power generation, corporate shared services, and many more.

We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals from equity seeking groups such as women, racialized/visible minorities, Indigenous/Aboriginal peoples, persons with a disability, persons who identify in the LGBTQ+ community and others who reflect the diversity of Canadian society.

Come work with us!

Applicant Guidance & Information

At Queen's, we are committed to helping people achieve their best. Whether you are beginning your career at Queen's or seeking your next opportunity, we are here to support you. Visit our Applicant Resources for guidance on applying, showcasing your skills and experience, and preparing for interviews.

Disclaimer: As part of the application process at Queen's University, our recruitment system uses Artificial Intelligence (AI), as defined under the Ontario Employment Standards Act, to ask job-related questions and confirm eligibility for hire. All final hiring decisions are made using non-AI related processes.

Job Summary

Within the Department of Family Medicine, the Queen’s Family Health Team (QFHT) is a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals who provide primary health care services to the Kingston community. As an academic teaching centre, the Department trains future family physicians and conducts research in issues of primary health care delivery. QFHT is comprised of a number of medical practices and provides for a diverse, client centred work environment for all its employees. QFHT provides primary health services to rostered patients while modeling safe, efficient and collaborative clinical processes to Family Medicine residents and other health professional learners.

Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the incumbent will practice patient-centred nursing care in accordance with the Standards of Practice of the College of Nurses of Ontario as well as the policies and procedures of Queen’s Family Health Team.

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• The RPN performs clinical skills where appropriate as nursing measures, or in accordance with medical directives. This includes but is not limited to:
o Taking and recording vital signs while completing the patient intake process;
o Maintaining the accuracy of medication lists;
o Triaging of telephone calls for urgency and booking patients appointments as needed;
o Administering immunizations, immunotherapy and other injections, venipuncture, syringing ears, hearing and vision tests, glucometer checks, ECG’s, point-of-care testing, suture/staple removal, wound care, stool collection for occult blood, and appropriately labelling all specimens;
o Reviewing lab results and consults and alerting the physician of any urgent results.
• The incumbent assists physicians with medical and surgical procedures:
o Prepares patient and equipment for procedures;
o Cleans examining rooms and treatment rooms between patients;
o Ensures the appropriate labelling of specimens.
• Records and documents care provided within the patients’ electronic medical record.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of patient, staff and organization information.
• Contributes to the education of family medicine residents/learners.
• Maintains and develops professional competence through ongoing professional development. Participates in self-directed learning, interdisciplinary committees and clinical audits.
• Performs other related duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Registered Practical Nurse, holding a current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Five years’ current professional experience in one or more of the following: Emergency Room, outpatient clinics, occupational health services, physician’s office or community nursing.
• Strong clinical skills demonstrated by knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices of primary care nursing services.
• Proficiency with immunizations, both childhood and adult.
• Ability to communicate in French considered an asset.

SPECIAL SKILLS:
• Ability to relate professionally to learners (primarily family medicine residents).
• Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a dynamic work environment.
• Superior work ethic demonstrated by exceptional attendance and punctuality.
• Knowledge of current nursing theories related to the patient population. This may include health teaching with respect to contraception, nutrition and immunization, chronic disease management, and empowering patient self-management.
• Sensitivity to cultural, religious, language and gender differences.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records, word processing, e-mail, and intranet learning platforms.
• Ability to cope in a physically and mentally demanding work environment.
• Ability to work effectively with all members of the health care team.
• Knowledge of relevant legislative requirements (eg. Privacy Act).

DECISION MAKING:
• The RPN makes decisions in consultation with the physicians and governed by the Scope of Practice Statement of the Regulated Heath Profession Act (RHPA) and works in compliance with the standards of the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Employment Equity and Accessibility Statement

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Queen's is strongly committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace and encourages applications from Black, racialized persons, Indigenous people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQI+ persons. In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to those who are legally eligible to work in Canada.

The University provides support in its recruitment processes to all applicants who require accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including those with disabilities. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources at hradmin@queensu.ca.

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Responsibilities

The Registered Practical Nurse at Queen's University will take patient vitals, give immunizations and injections, and perform clinical tasks under physician direction. They will also prepare patients and rooms for procedures, document care in the electronic medical record, and help train family medicine residents.

Requirements

Candidates need a current College of Nurses of Ontario registration and five years of recent experience in an emergency room, outpatient clinic, occupational health, physician's office or community nursing. Strong immunization skills, familiarity with electronic medical records and French as an asset are also wanted.

Skills

Immunizations
Vital signs
Phlebotomy
Venipuncture
Injections
ECG
Point-of-care testing
Wound care
Suture removal
Electronic medical record
Medication reconciliation
Patient triage
Specimen labelling
Health teaching
Word processing
E-mail
Intranet learning platforms
Patient confidentiality
Privacy legislation
Teamwork
Communication
Interpersonal skills
Time management
Primary care nursing
Cultural sensitivity

Keywords

Registered Practical Nurse
RPN
practical nurse
nursing
primary care
family medicine
College of Nurses of Ontario
CNO
immunization
vital signs
electronic medical record
EMR
patient intake
phlebotomy
wound care
ECG
point-of-care testing
health care
clinic
Kingston

Seniority

Mid level

Licences and certifications

Registered Practical Nurse
Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario

Tools

Electronic medical record
Glucometer
Word processing
E-mail
Intranet learning platform

Languages

French

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