Temporary Full-Time Registered Practical Nurse- Ambulatory Care Services
Top Benefits
About the role
The Dryden Regional Health Centre is seeking to fill the following position with a highly motivated, team-orientated professional: Permanent Part-Time Registered Practical Nurse- Ambulatory Care Services The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Ambulatory Care plays a key role in delivering advanced, patient-centered care across multiple outpatient programs, including Wound Care, Infusion Clinics, and OTN (Ontario Telemedicine Network).
Reporting to the Director of Surgical Services & Specialty Clinics, the RPN provides high-quality, therapeutic, and family-centered care while supporting seamless coordination between patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. This role combines hands-on clinical expertise with technology-driven care, ensuring patients receive timely, safe, and compassionate services close to home.
Responsibilities Clinical Care
- Provide wound assessment, treatment, and ongoing management for acute and chronic conditions
- Administer and monitor infusion therapies in accordance with CNO standards and hospital policy
- Coordinate and facilitate OTN/virtual specialist consultations, ensuring smooth patient navigation
- Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals to ensure continuity of care
- Maintain accurate documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment, self-care, and follow-up procedures
- Promote patient safety, infection control, and evidence-based best practices
Communication & Collaboration
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interprofessional care team
- Provide mentorship and support to students and new staff
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, committee work, and continuous education
Professional Practice
- Adhere to the Standards of Practice set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Maintain competence in clinical skills and ongoing awareness of new technology and best practices
- Participate in professional development and hospital education initiatives
Qualifications
- Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- 1-2 years of recent experience in hospital, primary care, or acute care setting preferred
- Advanced Wound Care education or certification (WOCC(C), CWCN®, or equivalent) considered an asset
- Experience with infusion therapy and virtual/OTN care coordination preferred
- Current CPR certification
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and teamwork
- Proven attendance record and ability to perform the essential duties of the position
- Demonstrates DRHC's Core Values: Accountability, Integrity, Humility, Compassion, and Respect
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required prior to hire
This is a unionized position. Salary is as per CBA; $36.55/hr. plus up to 11% in lieu of benefits. Applicants are requested to forward a completed resume and cover letter to: hr@drhc.on.ca This posting will remain open until filled; interviews will commence as applications are received. We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.
The Dryden Regional Health Centre recognizes that it is situated on lands of the Metis and Anishnaabe peoples of Migisi Sahgaigan, Wabigoon, and Wabauskang First Nations. We give gratitude and honor to the Ancestors, Elders, and all Anishnaabe and Metis people for sharing their resources and knowledge. As a community Health Centre, we remember that we serve the people of Treaty #3. Our goal is to improve the health of all our citizens.
The Dryden Regional Health Centre is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. As a French Language Designated Service provider, we welcome applications from bilingual candidates. Where needed, accommodations for disabilities will be provided, on request, to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. View More Opportunities
About Dryden Regional Health Centre
We are a 42 bed full service Regional Health Centre located in the family friendly city of Dryden, Ontario. We are powered by 300 highly engaged staff and everyone here understands their contribution to health care and the patient experience. Our leadership team, board of directors and physicians work well together to achieve full accreditation status; manage our finances and forecast the changing the needs of our catchment region.
Our hospital features a 24/7/365 ER department supported by on site Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory Services; 16 physicians support all aspects of local health care delivery including General Surgery, Oncology, Fracture Clinic, Primary Care, Emergency Medicine and much more. We have maintained a balanced budget for over 15 years through prudent fiscal management and partnering with the local and broader community for capital fundraising efforts.
Patient care is our foremost concern each and every day and we strive to provide the very best for the people that rely upon our services.
None of the above is possible without the great staff that we have; the DRHC received the Gold Quality Health Care Workplace Award from the Ontario Hospital Association in 2016. We continue to invest heavily in the employee experience to ensure the DRHC is well prepared to meet the demands of an ever changing health care environment.
Temporary Full-Time Registered Practical Nurse- Ambulatory Care Services
Top Benefits
About the role
The Dryden Regional Health Centre is seeking to fill the following position with a highly motivated, team-orientated professional: Permanent Part-Time Registered Practical Nurse- Ambulatory Care Services The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Ambulatory Care plays a key role in delivering advanced, patient-centered care across multiple outpatient programs, including Wound Care, Infusion Clinics, and OTN (Ontario Telemedicine Network).
Reporting to the Director of Surgical Services & Specialty Clinics, the RPN provides high-quality, therapeutic, and family-centered care while supporting seamless coordination between patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams. This role combines hands-on clinical expertise with technology-driven care, ensuring patients receive timely, safe, and compassionate services close to home.
Responsibilities Clinical Care
- Provide wound assessment, treatment, and ongoing management for acute and chronic conditions
- Administer and monitor infusion therapies in accordance with CNO standards and hospital policy
- Coordinate and facilitate OTN/virtual specialist consultations, ensuring smooth patient navigation
- Conduct thorough patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals to ensure continuity of care
- Maintain accurate documentation and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Educate patients and families regarding treatment, self-care, and follow-up procedures
- Promote patient safety, infection control, and evidence-based best practices
Communication & Collaboration
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interprofessional care team
- Provide mentorship and support to students and new staff
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings, committee work, and continuous education
Professional Practice
- Adhere to the Standards of Practice set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Maintain competence in clinical skills and ongoing awareness of new technology and best practices
- Participate in professional development and hospital education initiatives
Qualifications
- Current Certificate of Competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- 1-2 years of recent experience in hospital, primary care, or acute care setting preferred
- Advanced Wound Care education or certification (WOCC(C), CWCN®, or equivalent) considered an asset
- Experience with infusion therapy and virtual/OTN care coordination preferred
- Current CPR certification
- Excellent communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and teamwork
- Proven attendance record and ability to perform the essential duties of the position
- Demonstrates DRHC's Core Values: Accountability, Integrity, Humility, Compassion, and Respect
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required prior to hire
This is a unionized position. Salary is as per CBA; $36.55/hr. plus up to 11% in lieu of benefits. Applicants are requested to forward a completed resume and cover letter to: hr@drhc.on.ca This posting will remain open until filled; interviews will commence as applications are received. We thank all interested applicants, however only those candidates chosen for interviews will be contacted.
The Dryden Regional Health Centre recognizes that it is situated on lands of the Metis and Anishnaabe peoples of Migisi Sahgaigan, Wabigoon, and Wabauskang First Nations. We give gratitude and honor to the Ancestors, Elders, and all Anishnaabe and Metis people for sharing their resources and knowledge. As a community Health Centre, we remember that we serve the people of Treaty #3. Our goal is to improve the health of all our citizens.
The Dryden Regional Health Centre is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. As a French Language Designated Service provider, we welcome applications from bilingual candidates. Where needed, accommodations for disabilities will be provided, on request, to support participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. View More Opportunities
About Dryden Regional Health Centre
We are a 42 bed full service Regional Health Centre located in the family friendly city of Dryden, Ontario. We are powered by 300 highly engaged staff and everyone here understands their contribution to health care and the patient experience. Our leadership team, board of directors and physicians work well together to achieve full accreditation status; manage our finances and forecast the changing the needs of our catchment region.
Our hospital features a 24/7/365 ER department supported by on site Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory Services; 16 physicians support all aspects of local health care delivery including General Surgery, Oncology, Fracture Clinic, Primary Care, Emergency Medicine and much more. We have maintained a balanced budget for over 15 years through prudent fiscal management and partnering with the local and broader community for capital fundraising efforts.
Patient care is our foremost concern each and every day and we strive to provide the very best for the people that rely upon our services.
None of the above is possible without the great staff that we have; the DRHC received the Gold Quality Health Care Workplace Award from the Ontario Hospital Association in 2016. We continue to invest heavily in the employee experience to ensure the DRHC is well prepared to meet the demands of an ever changing health care environment.