Nurse I - Registered Practical Nurse, PCT

Under the Sioux Lookout Area Primary Care Team (PCT), the Nurse I - Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will be responsible for supporting the provision of primary care nursing services, including assessments, education, treatment and follow-up. The Nurse I - RPN will work alongside the Primary Care Team, caregivers and community resources to ensure high quality and timely health services/interventions using culturally appropriate practices and best practice standards of care. The Nurse I - RPN is a key part of the client circle of care and will work to their full scope of practice. Responsibilities will include the provision of safe and competent care through the application of professional knowledge; technical aspects of professional practice and the demonstration of compassion, professionalism and respect. The Nurse I - RPN will work in both the clinic environment and communities; providing home visits and interventions within clients’ homes. The Nurse I – Registered Practical Nurse, PCT is accountable to the Manager – Nursing, PCT. 2026 Salary Range: Annual $68,778 - $100,438 / Hourly $37.790 - $55.186 Position Type: Full-Time Permanent Posting Type: This job posting is for an existing vacancy. Closing Date: Open Until Filled Qualifications * Registered Practical Nurse diploma * Minimum of two (2) years’ work experience as a Registered Practical Nurse * Current Basic CPR Certification * Demonstrated understanding of and competence in, serving culturally diverse populations; knowledgeable of First Nations’ people, history, culture, health priorities and social issues * Knowledge and proficiency in current evidence-based methods and practice of primary care delivery, with an emphasis on health promotion and risk reduction * Ability to work collaboratively within the Primary Care Team other health care professionals * Strong computer skills and previous experience with Microsoft Office * Excellent interpersonal, verbal/written communication skills * Ability to function effectively during change management; periods of rapid change and transition * Must have a valid Driver’s License * Must be willing to relocate and live in Sioux Lookout (or within a daily commuting distance) * Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an asset. * Previous experience with an Electronic Medical Record would be an asset * Previous experience with Diabetic Foot Care would be an asset * Previous experience with Wound Care would be an asset * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary health care team and community partners. * Demonstrated clinical reasoning skills and excellent assessment and therapeutic skills. * Strong problem solving, decision-making and time management skills. * Excellent oral & written communication and interpersonal skills. * Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices. * Persons of First Nations ancestry will be given preference (OHRC, Part II, Special Employment) * Ability to communicate in one of the First Nations dialects of the Sioux Lookout region is an asset. * Ability to perform the requirements of the role on a regular basis Roles & Responsibilities * Provision of primary care services by a Registered Practical Nurse as outlined by the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario - Practice Standards. The provision of primary care by RPN’s includes assessments and care for established/stable clients with identified and applied nursing care needs and those clients requiring routine follow-up and monitoring * The Primary Care RPN aligns her/his practice with evidence-based strategies that maintain the highest level of continuity for the client * Collaborate effectively with all members of the Primary Care Team and assist as needed * Recommend and adapt teaching to the client’s identified health needs, revising treatment protocols as requested * Educate and counsel clients’ family members and caregivers to promote function and independence including health promotion and injury prevention. * Stays current and aware of opportunities to implement new evidence-based methods of client’s assessment and treatment * Participates in self-directed learning to ensure that practice remains relevant * Handling of sensitive/confidential material strictly in confidence in accordance with office policy/PIPHA * Ability to work independently and to assess/monitor client’s level of care * Input data/treatment plans within the Electronic Medical Record (EMR) * Provide assistance when requested and any other duties assigned Working Conditions * Travel required by various modes of transportation Sioux Lookout First Nations Health Authority focuses on hiring Indigenous employees whenever possible. Candidates are encouraged to self-identify on their application. Self-identification is voluntary and the information is used to assist SLFNHA in hiring Indigenous people from the region whenever possible and to support candidates in their application. We offer competitive and comprehensive employment benefits to Full-Time employees: * Pension plan * Fitness reimbursement program * Comprehensive insurance coverage * Professional development opportunities * Relocation assistance

The Registered Practical Nurse provides primary care services including assessments, treatment, and follow-up within both clinic and home settings. They collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to deliver culturally appropriate care and maintain accurate documentation in the Electronic Medical Record.

Candidates must hold a Registered Practical Nurse diploma and have at least two years of relevant work experience. A valid driver's license and the ability to relocate to or commute to Sioux Lookout are mandatory requirements.

• Pension plan • Fitness reimbursement program • Comprehensive insurance coverage • Professional development opportunities • Relocation assistance

• Gestion du tempsSouhaitée
• Résolution de problèmesSouhaitée

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• Primary care nursing
• Patient assessment
• Wound care
• Diabetic foot care
• Electronic medical record
• Clinical reasoning
• Health promotion
• Risk reduction
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Patient education
• Time management
• Problem solving
• Communication skills
• Culturally appropriate care
• First Nations health knowledge
• Self-Directed Learning
• Professionalism
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• Treatment Planning
• Clinical Reasoning
• Valid Driver's License
• Compassion
• Injury Prevention
• Teaching
• Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT)
• Change Management
• Podiatry
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Cultural Diversity
• Electronic Medical Record
• Health Promotion
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Microsoft Office
• Nursing Care
• Nursing
• Primary Care
• Time Management
• Wound Care
• Writing
• Risk Reduction
• Registered Practical Nurse

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Registered Practical Nurse
• Registered Nurse (General)
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses

Formation minimale

Diplôme professionnel

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

35 heures par semaine