Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) — Family Practice / Walk-In Clinic

Reports to: Family Physician / Clinic Manager
Status: Full time / Part time
Location: [Clinic name], London, Ontario

Summary

The RPN supports the family physician(s) in delivering care to scheduled and walk-in patients, managing patient flow, and performing clinical and administrative tasks within the RPN scope of practice as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).

Key Responsibilities

Patient Care
Room patients, take and document vitals (BP, HR, temp, O₂ sat, weight/height, BMI)
Take brief history and chief complaint; prepare patient and chart for physician
Administer injections (immunizations, B12, Depo, etc.), TB skin tests, and medications per order
Perform ear syringing, wound care and dressing changes, suture/staple removal
Assist with minor procedures (biopsies, cryotherapy, IUD insertions, PAPs)
Collect specimens (swabs, urine, bloodwork where applicable), perform point-of-care testing (ECG, glucometer, urine dip, spirometry)
Reinforce physician instructions and patient education

Clinic Operations
Manage patient flow between waiting room, exam rooms, and physician




Prepare and stock exam rooms; ensure supplies and equipment are ready
Clean and sterilize instruments; follow IPAC (infection prevention and control) standards
Monitor and log fridge temperatures; manage vaccine/medication inventory and expiry

Administrative
Document accurately in the EMR (Advantage EMR)
Handle prescription renewal requests, lab/imaging requisitions, and referrals under physician direction
Follow up on abnormal results and recall patients as directed
Respond to patient calls and messages within scope

Qualifications
Current registration in positive standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (RPN)
Diploma in Practical Nursing
Current CPR/BLS certification
EMR experience (an asset)
Immunization competency / injection certification
Solid communication skills; bilingual an asset

Skills & Attributes
Works efficiently in a fast-paced walk-in environment
Strong triage and prioritization judgment
Team-oriented, dependable, and adaptable
Comfortable with the RPN scope and knows when to escalate to the physician

Pay: $18.00-$28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Work Location: In person

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