Health Careers For HURON AND PERTH

Regional HIV/AIDS Connection (RHAC) is a volunteer driven, non-profit, community-based organization serving London and the six surrounding counties – Perth, Huron, Lambton, Elgin, Middlesex and Oxford. We are community inspired and dedicated to positively impacting the lives of individuals and diverse communities living with, at-risk for or affected by HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C. Our philosophy includes adherence to The Ontario Accord/GIPA (Greater Involvement of People Living with HIV/AIDS), anti-racism/anti-oppression, sex positivity, principles of harm reduction, holistic health and civil society.

RHAC recognizes that a diverse workforce is critical to realizing our vision and accomplishing our mission. Accordingly, we strive to attract, develop, and retain highly-talented employees from diverse backgrounds to meaningfully engage, empower and support the priority communities we connect with and serve. We strongly encourage people living with HIV/HCV, members of African, Caribbean, Black and other racialized communities, members of First Nations, Inuit or Métis communities, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, people living with disability/disabilities, people living with chronic illnesses, members of diverse faith communities, and people with diverse lived/living experiences (including, but not limited to: with substance use, addiction, sex work, and/or incarceration) to apply. We welcome and encourage you to introduce yourself, your story and your lived/living experiences to your level of comfort in your cover letter.

RHAC is committed to and adheres to the principles of the Ontario Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), Employment Standards, the Pay Equity Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act and all other applicable legislation. We are committed to integration and to removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. Additionally, we support and encourage applicants on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code including but not limited to age, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, or sexual orientation. RHAC acknowledges that equitable access to employment is an agent in social change.

Position: Registered Practical Nurse

Region: London and Middlesex

Description: In this role, you will work as a full-time Registered Practical Nurse within the Client Services department of Regional HIV/AIDS Connection, specifically out of our John Gordon Home location. Within this capacity, you will report to the Manager of Resident Care while supporting the residents of John Gordon Home in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities:

Administer medication as prescribed and maintain related records. Input prescription medication orders and liaise with pharmacists, doctors and other medical professionals
Observe and assess residents; and report any changes or unusual occurrences, e.g., rashes, bruised skin, scratches, behaviour, etc.
Provide basic nursing care to residents, build rapport, and educate about harm reduction and health promotions, including safe injection and overdose prevention.
Educate and coach residents to self-administer prescribed medication as they prepare to transition from the John Gordon Home.
Follow CNO Practice Guidelines for working with unregulated care providers.
Complete daily documentation.
Perform other related activities, as necessary or as assigned.

Qualifications:

Registered Practical Nurse Diploma and a member in good standing of the College of Nurses.
Current certificates in First Aid/CPR, CPI, Fit Test, Naloxone, and Safe Food Handling are preferred.
Vulnerable sector police record check.
5 years of related experience working independently is preferred
Lived/living experience that may be relevant to the position’s focus on HIV, HCV, sexual health, harm reduction, substance use, sex work and diverse communities – considered an asset
Knowledge and skills related to applying the following to service delivery: Greater Involvement of People Living with HIV/AIDS, Anti Racism/Anti Oppression, Sex Positivity, Principles of Harm Reduction, Holistic Health and Civil Society
Knowledge and skills related to working with people who are living with, at risk of or impacted by HIV/HCV; who may be vulnerable and marginalized; and may also be experiencing challenges related to mental health, substance use and homelessness.
Harm reduction knowledge and skills
Interpersonal skills including crisis intervention knowledge and skills and oral and written communication knowledge and skills
Food preparation knowledge and skills
Safe sharps handling and disposal knowledge and skills
Social services knowledge, including availability of community resources

What We Offer:

A supportive and inspiring workplace that has the courage to do what is right.
A comprehensive group benefits package, including health, dental, vision, EAP, etc. as well as retirement benefits.
Three weeks of paid vacation annually.
Fifteen wellness days annually.

Salary: $27.50 - $32.50 per hour

Terms of Employment: Full-time

Deadline for Application: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

How to Apply: Please submit your application online and provide a resume and cover letter indicating your interest in this role, including where you saw this posting.

We appreciate all submissions. Due to the volume of applications, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We use Artificial Intelligence in our screening process. No phone calls please.

RHAC is dedicated to maintaining the health and safety of all our staff. Our infection prevention and control strategies include the preference that all staff have received two valid doses of a COVID-19 vaccine.

Location: London

Profession Type: Nurses (NP, RN and RPN)