RPN, Information and Referral

Are you an experienced registered practical nurse looking for a different kind of practice environment and comfortable practicing both independently and as part of a team This could be what youve been looking for.

What will you do

Working as part of the Information and Referral team the RPN will provide information and appropriate referrals to both new callers as well as existing patients. This position will also provide a point of clinical escalation and determination of eligibility for home and community care services as required. The participation in the planning of care by collaborating with other multidisciplinary professional team members within the established scope of practice is critical.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Providing information and referral as appropriate to callers.
• Completing the InterRAI Preliminary Screener to facilitate appropriate referrals.
• Providing a point of escalation for clinical issues.
• Practicing independently and interdependently within the established scope of practice.
• Promoting accessible equitable services by responding promptly to individual patient needs and service/care plans.
• Promoting and planning for patient independence and self-management of chronic and complex issues.

What must you have

Education / Experience / Knowledge

• Registered Practical Nurse in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• Good knowledge of primary care services and other community resources as well as the roles of health care professionals.
• Experience working with various health disciplines as well as the public interagency contact.
• Understanding of the long-term care and health care delivery system in the province of Ontario.
• In-depth knowledge of tools systems and databases used in patient service delivery and management.
• Advanced verbal proficiency in French an asset.
• Other languages an asset.

What do we offer

We know wellness is supported with work-life balance.In an inclusive culture committed to support your passion for continuouslearning growth and innovation we offer:

• Attractive comprehensive compensation packages and benefits
• Valuable development opportunities
• Membership in a world class defined benefit pension plan
• Hybrid work model subject to change
• Temporary part-time (0.8 FTE) position for approximately seven (7) months
• Salary range: $32.21-$38.49 per hour

Who are we

We are Ontario Health atHome ready to serve every person in Ontario.We partner with patients and caregivers family physicians hospitals long-term care and retirement homes service providers and Ontario Health Teams to deliver responsive accessible integrated patient-centred care.

Why join us

If youre interestedin driving excellence in care and service delivery and seeking an unparalleled opportunity to lead and learn partner and connect care and be cared for this is your home.

Equity Inclusion Diversity and Anti-Racism Commitment

Ontario Health atHome is committed to a culture of equity inclusion diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to attracting engaging and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Please apply online by submitting a cover letter and resume by June 24 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.