Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Job Description

This position is located in Elliot Lake, Ontario.

In this community nursing role, you as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will have scheduled visits within the community to care for patients in various settings with the support of RNs for more complex patients. You will work with patients of all ages with differing complexity of care needs and play a key role in helping patients remain comfortable in their homes for as long as possible. If you are looking for a career that offers you autonomy, independence and a work-life balance, this position is for you!

Why you’ll love working here: 

Be a part of a great supportive team of fellow nurses and supervisors

Attractive scheduling including every other weekend off

Opportunity to develop long term therapeutic relationships with patients 

Opportunity to practice and develop complex clinical skills 

Best in class training and development programs, including a comprehensive clinical orientation and hands-on skills labs 

Celebration and Recognition programs 

Part time opportunities and flexible scheduling options 

Comprehensive health and dental benefit plans 

Company paid mobile devices 

Mileage compensation 

Education allowance for employees and family 

Opportunities for career advancement

Employee Assistance Program 

Employee perks and exclusive offers 

What you’ll do: 

Participate in scheduled visits in the community to look after patient needs within your scope of practice 

Provide ethical and safe nursing care 

Use appropriate assessment tools/techniques to assess patients’ individual needs 

Execute and continuously monitor care plans and adjust as required 

Engage patients using a collaborative approach by building rapport and trust 

Maintain and update professional patient records related to patient encounters and plans 

What you bring: 

Registration with the CNO as a Registered Practical Nurse in good standing 

Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required 

Experience in delivering community care is an asset 

Reliability and flexibility

Willingness to travel to and from patient residences within a designated area 

Experience working with the vulnerable population 

Passion for making a difference in your community 

Required on-call coverage, including after hours to ensure patient safety and to meet patient care needs 

This is a newly added position.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us. 

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive hiring process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 

Time Type

Part time
Compensation Details
$26.27 - $29.11
ParaMed is Canada's leading provider of home health care services, driven by a mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Our dedicated team of skilled professionals delivers a wide range of services to meet the full care spectrum of care needs including high-quality nursing, therapeutic, personal support and home support. We work hand-in-hand with health system partners to deliver personalized and coordinated care, support independent living and relieve capacity pressures on hospitals. Today, our national reach enables expanded access to care in homes and communities across Canada, allowing us to support more people in more places than ever before.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

ParaMed is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

ParaMed is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at .
We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.