Registered Practical Nurse; RPN

Permanent Full-Time | Timmins, Ontario | Monday to Friday,daytime hours

Status

Permanent Full-Time

Hours

35 hours per week

Reports to

Director, Clinical and Diabetes Services

Location

Misiway Milopemahtesewin Health Centre, 130 Wilson Ave, Timmins,Ontario, P4N 2S9

$61,800 to $67,418 per year(about $33.96 to $37.04 per hour)

Misiway Milopemahtesewin Health Centre has served Timmins since 1993 and was one of thefirst three Indigenous primary health care organizations funded by the Government of Ontario. As an Indigenous Primary Health Care Organization, wehold to a simple commitment:
Indigenous health remains in Indigenous hands.

Our care brings

Traditional and Western approaches together. Our teams work with Elders,Traditional Healers and community partners, and clients can connect withland-based healing and cultural programs. Our Primary Care Clinic offers comprehensive, coordinated care to people of all ages.

Do hands-onnursing in a team where culture is part of care. As the Registered Practical Nurse in our Primary Care Clinic, you will work alongside nurse practitioners,physicians and colleagues in mental health, diabetes education and cultural programs. You will care for clients of all ages, in person and, where it fits,by virtual care. Your schedule is Monday to Friday, daytime hours.

You will helpmake sure each person gets the right care. Respect for First Nations, Inuit andMétis peoples, and a commitment to keep learning, will help you deliver carethat is culturally safe and grounded in respect.

RPNs are valued members of our interprofessional team, working to their full scope of practice and contributing their clinical expertise to provide high-quality,person-centered care. Working alongside Physicians and Nurse Practitioners, RPNsplay an important role in supporting positive client outcomes and continuity ofcare.

• Complete assessments and treatments within yourscope of practice as a Registered Practical Nurse, including skilled physical assessments in person and by virtual care
• Provide health education to clients and families on health management, lifestyle changes and self-care, with a focus on health promotion and risk reduction
• Work with physicians, nurse practitioners andother team members on follow-up and referrals, and take part in team meetings
• Keep accurate and current client records in the electronic medical record, following College of Nurses of Ontario standards and Misiway’s privacy policies

• Registered Practical Nurse in good standing withthe College of Nurses of Ontario
• Knowledge of current, evidence-based primary care practice, with a focus on health promotion and risk reduction
• Ability to work well in a team, with acommitment to learning and practicing culturally safe, Indigenous-led approaches to care
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Comfort with computers and electronic medical records, and the ability to learn new technology
• Experience in a community or primary health care setting
• Experience working with Indigenous clients and organizations
• Ability to speak an Indigenous language (for example Cree or Ojibway) or French

Pay and benefits

Salary Range: $53,935 - $67,418

Extended Health and Dental benefits, HOOPP Pension, Paid Sick Days, EAP Program

Conditions of hire

A satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Screening police check is required before your start date.

This posting isfor a new position.

Misiway doesnot use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants.

Indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from people with disabilities and from all qualified candidates.

Accommodation is available onrequest at any stage of the hiring process.
Tell Amy Blais what you need.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.