20 Sep
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WellFort
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Winnipeg
Vacancy StatusFull‑time, Mississauga, ON $29.21 – $35.51 CAD per hour1 Full‑Time, Permanent RPN1 Part‑Time (0.5 FTE), Permanent RPNHomeless Health ProgramThe Homeless Health Program is a Nurse Practitioner‑led initiative that provides essential healthcare services to individuals who are homeless, precariously housed, or transitioning out of homelessness in the Peel Region. We understand the unique challenges faced by those without secure housing and aim to make healthcare accessible, integrated, and responsive.Our dedicated team includes Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, and Personal Support Workers who work together to ensure patients receive the care they need, where and when they need it. We remove barriers to care for those facing housing instability and poor health.The program manages 45 medical beds at the Dundas Street Shelter, providing 24/7 care, as well as daytime mobile primary care services at other shelters and drop‑ins across the region. By providing these services, we help hospitals make the best use of their emergency and acute care resources. Patients who no longer need to stay in the hospital but still require medical support can continue their recovery in a shelter bed with healthcare services. We also offer additional support for people in shelters who may need extra medical attention, helping to prevent unnecessary hospital visits.Our medical services include:Care for chronic conditions like diabetesMedication managementSupport for substance withdrawal and pain managementWound careMental health services and stabilizationMonitoring and support after hospital staysResponsibilitiesThe Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
provides primary health care to clients and the community. The RPN works as part of the inter‑disciplinary team, functioning both independently and with other staff in clinical and outreach activities. The nursing role encompasses a combination of direct care, health promotion and education, advocacy, community development, program development, and evaluation.QualificationsDiploma or degree in nursing from a recognized community college or university. A baccalaureate degree is an asset.Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and in good standing.Registered Nursing experience in a variety of primary care settings, one of which must be community health.Experience working with communities and individuals who face barriers to accessing traditional health care institutions such as poverty, discrimination, mental health, and substance use issues.An understanding of and critical analysis of the determinants of health and social factors, such as power dynamics that affect individual, organizational,
and community health.Excellent written communication and oral skills that meet the needs of the individual and/or community at the appropriate literacy level.Experience working with confidential and time‑sensitive documents and information.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.Experience working in an value‑based non‑profit or social services organization.Demonstrated ability to work independently and interdependently in an interdisciplinary team environment in which the skills and responsibilities of each team member are recognized and respected.Demonstrated proficiency in use of computers and various computer software applications, such as Electronic Medical Record (EMR).Ability to speak languages relevant to the residents of the organization’s community is an asset.ApplyRequests for accommodation due to disability can be made at any stage in the recruitment process.The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness to participate in WellFort’s commitment to becoming an inclusive, barrier‑free health centre and an ability to work in an interdisciplinary team. We encourage applications from individuals who can identify with the diverse communities we serve and invite these candidates to voluntarily share their relevant identities as part of their application.We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No agencies.Vaccination RequirementAs a condition of employment, new WellFort staff must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy unless they have received an exemption from vaccination under the Ontario Human Rights Code. Proof of vaccination status will be required before the first day of work or proof of religious or medical exemption, if or where applicable.#J-18808-Ljbffr
📌 Registered Practical Nurse (Rpn) - Hhp - C$29.2 - C$35.5 An Hour - Part Time (Winnipeg)
🏢 WellFort
📍 Winnipeg