Registered Practical Nurse RPN

Perley Health is a unique and innovative community that empowers Seniors and Veterans to live life to the fullest. Home to more than 600 Seniors and Veterans in long-term care and in independent apartments, Perley Health provides a growing number of clinical, therapeutic and recreational services to residents, tenants and people from across the region.

One of the largest and most progressive long-term care homes in Ontario, Perley Health is also a centre for research, education, and clinical innovation. Our Centre of Excellence in Frailty-Informed Care conducts and shares the practical research needed to improve care. Future caregivers come here to study and to acquire hands-on skills and experience.

Perley Health's values are brought to life each day by our over 800 employees. And more than 400 regular volunteers connect us closely with the community. Together, we improve the well-being of Canada's aging population.

We are embarking on a multi-year growth strategy, and are seeking an experienced:

Registered Practical Nurse

Registered Practical Nurses must demonstrate the core competencies of nursing practice, working to the full scope of practice in the provision of resident care. The RPN's work in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team and foster a team approach in the delivery of care to meet our Long-Term Care resident needs.

The RPN's play a part in leadership roles on an interdisciplinary team that delivers long term care resident care. This includes the completion of comprehensive bedside assessments and analysis of resident health records, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team to promote restorative nursing outcomes and achieve identified care goals.

Education & Experience

• Completion of a 2-year Community College Registered Practical Nurse Diploma

Certificates & Licenses

• In good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a recognized Registered Practical Nurse
• Current CPR certification

Minimum Requirements:

• Excellent care planning skills
• Excellent assessment skills and knowledge of common Chronic Illnesses
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated CNO standard of documentation skills
• Demonstrated Critical Thinking Skills

Desirable Qualities:

• Proficient in Point Click Care (PCC) and Point of Care (POC)
• Completion of GPA, LEAP, or PIECES
• Restorative Nursing Knowledge
• IV Therapy Experience
• RNAO Champion
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary team across health sectors
• Ability to teach others

What sets Perley Health apart from other long-term care homes?

• We are an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO)
• We are a recognized Centre of Excellence in Frailty-Informed Care
• We have achieved exemplary standing from Accreditation Canada
• We are reopening our Convalescent Program!

We also have many on site practice supports:

• Full time wound care resource nurse
• Full time Psychogeriatric team
• Full time Collaborative Practice Nurse; supports new nurses and supports education
• Offering many preceptorship placements for students pursuing careers in healthcare

$25,000 CCPN bonus available for eligible hires able to commit a minimum of 2 years full-time employment. Details on eligibility can be found here:

Job Type: This posting is not for an active external vacancy, but is intended to build a pool of qualified candidates for future opportunities.

Salary: $ - $

$ shift premium for employees working evening and night schedules.

$ shift premium for employees working weekend schedules.

Competitive benefits & Hospital of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) available for staff who qualify.

On-site Child Care: An Intergenerational Child Care Centre is currently under development on the Perley Health campus, in partnership with Andrew Fleck Children's Services. The centre is expected to open in Spring 2026. Perley Health staff will receive priority access to child care spaces, subject to availability.

For more details, visit: .

For candidates selected for consideration, Perley Health, upon request, will make reasonable accommodation for any disability-related needs with respect to the recruitment process and materials.

We thank all candidates for applying; however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.

Application Form

First Name: Last Name: Email: Phone Number: How did you hear about Perley Health? Job Posting applied for: Please identify how you meet the posted qualifications for the position you are applying for (if you do not provide details of your experience, your application will be screened out): 800 character limit Attach Resume Optional Attachment