Registered Practical Nurse; SLDP – SLDP

Job in Sioux Lookout, Kenora District, Ontario, Canada

Listing for: Sioux Lookout Meno Ya WIn Health Centre

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-12

Job specializations:

Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Public Health Nurse

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35.49 - 38.16 CAD Hourly CAD 35.49 38.16 HOUR

Position: Registered Practical Nurse (SLDP) – SLDP 01/26
Location: Sioux Lookout

Job Summary:

The Foot Care RPN, following the scope of practice as set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is responsible for assessing, planning, and providing nursing interventions to clients of the Sioux Lookout Diabetes Program (SLDP) and partner organizations.

Qualifications:

Current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario, as a licensed Registered Practical Nurse required.

Current Basic CPR certificate required.

Advanced foot care certification preferred but not required.

Minimum six (6) months experience preferred.

Preference will be given to those with a minimum 1-year successful experience in Diabetes Education.

Good communication, interaction with staff, patients, and residents.

Must be physically capable of performing duties of position

Job Duties:

Ability to provide appropriate nursing interventions as outlined by the College of Nurses RPN Scope of Practice.

Must be available to work all shifts and sites as assigned.

Ability to prioritize and organize workload demands.

Demonstrated multi-disciplinary approach to patient care.

Ability to communicate and collaborate with others effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Flexible and adaptable to rapidly changing situation.

Regular and sustained attendance is essential for this position.

Travel to remote northern communities required (1-2 weeks per month).

Due to the extensive training, there is a 1-2-year minimum commitment to the position.

Primarily responsible for providing advanced foot care to patients with diabetes.

Provide 1,200-foot care visits per year.

Salary: $35.49 – $38.16. In accordance with CUPE Collective Agreement.

Competition No. SLDP 01/26 (Please quote on your application.)