Registered Practical Nurse

Position:  Registered Practical Nurse (New Position)

Employment Type:  Full Time Temporary Contract until March 31, 2027 (possibility of extension pending funding)

Salary Range:  $58,662-$64,101

Location:  Northern Clinic (Chapleau & Wawa, ON)

Closing date:  Monday, March 23, 2026 at 4:00 pm

Who you are? You are highly motivated to provide comprehensive primary health care within an inter-disciplinary team environment. Guided by the Seven Grandfather Teachings, you draw on your knowledge, and life experience, and a positive outlook to build respectful relationships that support both client care and team collaboration.

Who we are? We are a leader in First Nation Health. Our foundation is Indigenous Health in Indigenous Hands. We provide accessible, quality, culturally safe and holistic health care that supports and enhances the wellness of individuals, families, and communities. We work with our 11 First Nation community partners and the IFC in the provision of primary health care, traditional healing, mental wellness and addictions, home and community support services, and health promotion services.

The opportunity: The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is a key member of the Northern Clinic interdisciplinary team providing culturally safe primary care services across the Northern Clinic catchment area and the communities we serve. Working within a collaborative, client-centred care model, the RPN supports preventative care, chronic disease management, well-baby care, immunizations, virtual care, smoking cessation, and foot care, including screening and early intervention for lower limb preservation. This role involves regular travel to communities where services are delivered through community-based clinic days. Success in this role requires flexibility, teamwork, and a commitment to relationship-based care grounded in Indigenous perspectives of health and wellness.

What you need to bring with you:

• Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.


• Completion of or willingness to complete Advanced Foot Care (asset).


• 3–5 years of relevant nursing experience, preferably in primary care or community health


• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMRs)


• Strong communication, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills


• Cultural humility and awareness of Anishinabek health and traditional practices


• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment


• Valid Ontario driver’s license, clean driving record, and reliable transportation


• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check

Core Competencies

• Clinical Care:Provide safe nursing care.


• Cultural Safety:
  Delivers culturally safe care grounded in Indigenous health perspectives.


• Community Outreach:
  Provides care in community-based clinic settings.


• Teamwork:
  Collaborates with the primary care team, and partners.


• Patient Education:Supports health promotion and patient understanding.


• Adaptability:
  Works independently, within a team environment and adapts to travel.

Why work with us?

• Competitive Salary based on experience


• Paid Extended Health Benefits


• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)


• Competitive vacation package with an additional 7 Indigenous statutory holidays


• Life-long learning is a priority, offering 10 Professional Development Days and $1800/Annual Budget


• Technology Amenities provided (i.e., laptop, cell phone)


• All travel expenses covered


• High staff satisfaction rated work environment, priority on provider and client experience


• Access to Cultural and Traditional teachings of the Ojibwe People


• 15 days of Personal Leave

What to expect?

Given the traditional practices of Indigenous people, from time-to-time exposure to smoke from the burning of sacred medicines such as tobacco, sweet grass, sage or cedar may occur.

Accessibility accommodations will be available upon request.

An offer of employment will be conditional upon an acceptable vulnerable sector police records check.

Hiring of Indigenous People will be given preference, as allowed under Section 14 of the Ontario Human Rights Code – Special Programs.

No artificial intelligence is used in screening, assessing, or selecting applicants for this position.

Qualified individuals are invited to submit to the link in BambooHR, a cover letter along with current resume, certificates, diplomas, and three work related references.

Thank you in advance to all who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.