RPN-Registered Practical Nurse Permanent Full-Time (Job #05-040226)

Written By Dawn Fulmer

Position Overview

Compensation:

  • $31.50 – $42.50 per hour based on experience

  • Paid time off, pension match and comprehensive benefits package following a three-month probationary period

Location: London and Parkhill, ON (Ability to work at both locations)

Duration: Permanent Full Time

Schedule: 32 hours per week Monday to Friday, with some evenings and weekends as required to meet program needs

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter to employment@humanacs.org quoting job reference number in the subject line and/or cover letter.

Posting will remain open until filled


Summary of Roles & Responsibilities:

As a Registered Practical Nurse, you will provide nursing support and direct care to youth aged 12–18 in live-in intensive treatment group care settings focused on assessment, stabilization, and skill development. The role is based within a program-embedded, team-based environment and operates with clinical collaboration and oversight.

Your work will include:

  • Providing hands-on, daily living support and direct care in alignment with individualized care plans

  • Supporting the implementation of treatment plans through observation, documentation, and communication with clinical staff

  • Assisting with coordination of medical and allied health appointments, as directed

  • Creating and maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment

  • Providing consistent supervision and support to participant

  • Supporting youth in building life skills and positive, pro-social community engagement

  • Collaborating closely with program and clinical teams to support continuity of care and transitions

  • Demonstrating a clear commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice

What You Bring

  • Experience working with children, youth, or individuals with mental health or complex support needs is strongly preferred

  • Demonstrated ability to provide supportive, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented care within a team-based environment

  • Strong observation, communication, and documentation skills, with the ability to share relevant information with clinical and program staff

  • Ability to work within established care plans, policies, and clinical direction

  • Sound judgment, professionalism, and reliability in a congregate care setting

  • Experience with crisis prevention, de-escalation, and behaviour support appropriate to the role

  • Comfort using basic computer systems for documentation and communication

  • Fluent written and spoken English; French and multilingualism is an asset

Requirements

  • Legally entitled to work in Canada

  • Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)

  • Valid Class G (full) Driver’s License with a 3-year Uncertified Driver Record and access to a reliable vehicle

  • Satisfactory Broad Records Police Check (issued within the last 6 months)

  • Physical Health Assessment, including:

    • Verification of required immunizations

    • Negative TB Skin Test (within the last 6 months)

    • COVID-19 vaccination status

    • Ability to meet the physical and psychological demands of the position

  • Current Standard First Aid & CPR Level C with AED (preferred)


Dawn Fulmer