The Registered Practical Nurse facilitates patient flow through intake procedures and assists practitioners with clinical tasks. They are also responsible for maintaining medical supplies, administering medications, and performing specimen collection.
Program area: Primary Health
Our
Vision: A community without barriers to health and wellbeing.
Our
Mission: We work with our community to promote and sustain health and wellbeing for all.
Our
Values: Compassion, Social Justice, Courage, Integrity, Adaptability.
Guelph Community Health Centre prioritizes people who face barriers to health and accessing services, and people who identify as: Homeless or at risk of homelessness Living on low income newcomers to Canada with language barriers Having moderate to severe mental health and/or addiction issues Having moderate to severe disabilities Indigenous First Nations, Inuit and Métis Black, mixed race and racialized populations Experiencing intersectional oppression 2SLGBTQIA+ Vulnerable children and their families experiencing conflict, isolation or attachment struggle The Registered Practical Nurse maintains the smooth and efficient flow of patients through their appointments by receiving patients, assigning them to exam rooms, undertaking prescribed intake procedures, and assisting the practitioners, as requested. In addition, they help maintain the efficiency of the clinic by ensuring an adequate supply of common medications, medical supplies and sterilized equipment is on hand at all times.
Works as part of the primary health care team Works at the top of scope of RPN practice Demonstrates safe, quality practice Maintains smooth and efficient flow of patients through their appointments Provides safe administration of medications and immunizations, venipuncture, disinfection/sterilization of equipment and environment, client education and assists practitioners as requested. Triage clients to prioritize urgent needs Ensures adequate supply of common medications and medical supplies Perform phlebotomy and collection of other specimens for testing
Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse with the CNO Completed current medication course Thorough knowledge and proficiency in current nursing principles and practices 3-5 years broad-based practical nursing experience - a community primary health care setting desired Treat each client with compassion, dignity and respect even in the face of challenging situations Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of community-based health care Computer proficiency with electronic charting
We know that experience comes in many forms. If you have some of these qualities and are excited about this opportunity, then we want to hear from you. Please visit our website www.gchc.ca and apply using the online application tool. In your application, please include a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills, qualifications, and experience meet the position requirements.
Guelph Community Health Centre is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including individuals from priority populations who may identify as 2SLGBTQIA+, persons with disabilities, Indigenous, First Nations, Inuit and Metis individuals, and members of Black and other racialized communities.
We thank, in advance, those who apply, but will contact only those who qualify for interviews. If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation, please let us know the nature of the required accommodation.
We require that all finalist applicants undergo a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Screen through their local Police Services Branch prior to start date.
Candidates must be registered as a Practical Nurse with the CNO and have completed a medication course. A minimum of 3-5 years of broad-based practical nursing experience is required, preferably in a community primary health care setting.
Market context
Ontario nursing roles are often driven by ongoing staffing needs across hospitals, long-term care, community care, and emergency settings. Competition is usually strongest for candidates who already hold the required registration, have at least 18 months of experience, and bring current CPR/BLS, with ACLS and CTAS adding value for emergency postings. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your credentials and tailor your application to the specific unit or setting.
