Posted 22 days ago
Community RPN/RN
@ CareKW
Kitchener, Ontario
Overview
CareKW is hiring Registered Nurses and Registered Practical Nurses for in-home community nursing in the Kitchener area. The work covers medication administration, patient assessments, tracheostomy and enteral feeding support, and family teaching. Pay is $34.85 to $38.36 per hour with set weekday evening shifts and every-other-weekend availability.
Pay:
$34.85–$38.36 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Medication administration and tracheostomy or oral suctioning
- Head-to-toe physical patient assessments each shift
- Patient and family health teaching
- Monitor and document changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with the interprofessional team on care plans
Requirements summary:
- Current CNO registration in good standing
- Current CPR/First Aid certification
- Complete immunization record (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B)
- Clean Vulnerable Sector Screen within 3 months of hire
- Strong documentation and clinical skills
- High level of interpersonal skills
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Nursing & personal care |
| Schedule | evening, weekends |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | CNO registration, CPR, First Aid |
| Background checks | vulnerable sector |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
CareKW
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 32 |
Registered Nurse (RN) and Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Attention all RN/RPNs we have a position for you! We are looking for qualified home care RPN/RN nursing professionals to provide in-home support in the Kitchener area.
CareKW is focused on creating a team of qualified individuals to enhance the health of the community and our clients. We are open to Nurses with a variety of backgrounds and training expertise.
Shift Details:
- Pay Range: $34.85 - $38.36 per Hour
- Location: Kitchener
- Schedule:
- Week 1: Thursday, Saturday and Sunday 3PM-11PM
- Week 2: Tuesday 3PM-11PM
The CareKW Difference:
- Continuous training and career development. Offering new graduate mentorship program and on-going support
- Offering orientation and professional development workshops
- Offering in person shadow shifts with experienced Nurses to enhance competencies related to patient care
- Competitive wage
- Healthcare benefits program (Healthcare Spending Account)
- Group Retirement Savings Program
- Reimbursement for renewal of annual nursing license for full-time nurses
- Company vehicle program (Upon Approval)
Responsibilities:
- Routine shift activities may include: Medication administration, tracheostomy or oral suctioning, enteral feeding support (g-tube feeds), assist with activities of daily living
- Perform physical patient assessments each shift (head-to-toe, respiratory, GI/GU, abdominal, cardiac)
- Perform patient and family health teaching regarding client condition
- Monitor, assess, and document changes in the patient’s condition
- Collaborate with the inter-professional healthcare team to determine and implement the patient plan of care
- Provide patient and family-centred care
- Additional tasks as assigned by Community Nursing Manager
Role Requirements:
- Current registration with the CNO, candidate must be in good standing
- Valid work/study permit (if applicable)
- Current CPR/First Aid Certification
- Complete immunization record (MMR, TDAP, Varicella, Hep B)
- Clean Vulnerable Sector Screen (within 3 months of hire)
- Strong documentation and clinical skills
- High level of interpersonal skills
- Access to a vehicle is considered an asset
- Must be available every other weekend
While we thank all candidates who apply, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
CareKW is committed to a culture of equity, inclusion, diversity and anti-racism. We are committed to 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.
Your application will be reviewed by our HR team. We do not use AI or automated systems to screen, assess, or make hiring decisions.
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