Job Description 

In this clinic and community nursing role, you as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) will be required to support both the clinic and community to care for patients in various settings with the support of RNs for more complex patients. You will work with patients of all ages with differing complexity of care needs and play a key role in helping patients remain comfortable in their homes for as long as possible. If you are looking for a career that offers you autonomy, independence and a work-life balance, this position is for you!  

Please Note: This is a temporary 1-year contract role.

Why you’ll love working here: 

• Be a part of a great supportive team of fellow nurses and supervisors  
• Attractive scheduling including every other weekend off   
• Opportunity to develop long term therapeutic relationships with patients 
• Opportunity to practice and develop complex clinical skills 
• Best in class training and development programs, including a comprehensive clinical orientation and hands-on skills labs 
• Celebration and Recognition programs 
• Part time and Full-time opportunities and flexible scheduling options 
• Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans 
• Company paid mobile devices 
• Mileage compensation 
• Education allowance for employees and family 
• Opportunities for career advancement  
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Employee perks and exclusive offers 

What you’ll do: 

• Participate in scheduled visits in the community to look after patient needs within your scope of practice 
• Provide ethical and safe nursing care 
• Use appropriate assessment tools/techniques to assess patients’ individual needs 
• Execute and continuously monitor care plans and adjust as required 
• Engage patients using a collaborative approach by building rapport and trust 
• Maintain and update professional patient records related to patient encounters and plans 

What you bring: 

• Registration with the CNO as a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing 
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required 
• Experience in delivering community care is an asset.
• WCC (Wound Care Consult) certification is an asset.
• IV Skills (Insertion and Maintenance) or experienced nurses in pediatrics or wound care or mental health would be an asset.
• Reliability and flexibility  
• Willingness to travel to and from patient residences within a designated area 
• Experience working with the vulnerable population 
• Passion for making a difference in your community 
• Required on-call coverage, including after hours to ensure patient safety and to meet patient care needs.

ParaMed is pleased to partner with HealthForceOntario (HFO) as an approved employer for the Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) which provides a $25,000 retention bonus to eligible nurses in exchange for a 24-month, full-time commitment.