Job Description

Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)

Casual Position

Thunder Bay Site

One of a network of provincial Community Health Centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non-profit organization funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care and prevention programs and services.

We are currently seeking 1 Casual Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) to join our clinical team. Working within a client-centred, interdisciplinary environment, the successful candidate will provide clinical care, health promotion, illness prevention, and chronic disease management services to clients within a Community Health Centre setting.

The position has a competitive salary, and the opportunity to participate in the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).

The pay range for this position is $29.182 to $35.157 per hour. Compensation will commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.

We currently do not use AI to screen resumes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with current registration and membership in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Minimum three (3) to five (5) years of relevant nursing experience.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team environment.
• Ability to provide clinical care in accordance with the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice.
• Demonstrated assessment skills to identify and respond to the physical, mental health, and psychosocial needs of clients.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in evidence-informed primary care practices, with a focus on health promotion, illness prevention, and harm reduction.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records and clinical documentation systems.
• Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to the health needs of individuals who experience barriers to accessing care, including those who are under-housed, living with mental health challenges, current or past substance use, complex health conditions, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, newcomers, and uninsured individuals.
• Valid Ontario Driver's Licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

How to Apply

Please visit https://norwestchc.org/team/

The deadline for applicants is Monday, October 19, 2026 at 4:30 p.m.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and three work reference contacts with your online application. Cover letters can be addressed to:

Lesly Gunasekara, Manager of Human Resources

NorWest Community Health Centres

525 Simpson Street

Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 3J6

FAX: 807-622-7637

www.norwestchc.org

NorWest Community Health Centres is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible, and barrier-free workplace. We provide accommodation throughout all stages of the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.