Job opportunity
Registered Practical Nurse - Home Dialysis Assistance Program
Halton Healthcare
Registered Practical Nurse - Home Dialysis Assistance Program
Contract
FTE: 1.0 FTE
Union Status: CUPE 815
Shift Schedule (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs): Mon - Sun – Various rotating 7.5 hour shifts
Employment Status: Temporary Full-time
Department: OT Home Dialysis Assistance Program
Length of temporary contract: Approx. 18 months
Halton Healthcare's vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!
At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.
We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.
Halton Healthcaretakes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we arecommitted to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will work in the community to support home dialysis patients. They establish caring, therapeutic relationships with patients receiving Peritoneal Dialysis and their families to attain or maintain optimal functioning by promoting health and/or treating health conditions through supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative means.They will perform dialysis and associated intervention independently within their home.
As part of the Independent Dialysis (home based dialysis) interdisciplinary team, the RPN will take a comprehensive approach to providing care for renal patients who are able to dialyze at home independently, through Peritoneal Dialysis.The role will include ongoing follow up care and support.As part of the Nephrology interdisciplinary team, the RPN will practice within the scope of Nephrology nursing best practice, RPN scope of practice, nursing philosophy and the standards set by the renal program.
Provides assessment, education, and decision support for patients/family as it relates to home dialysis
Coordinates/facilitates appointments of patients including home visits throughout the community
Assessment of Dialysis patients utilizing standards of care for Nephrology andaligned with unit competencies
Pre/post dialysis machine management including preparation of circuit and programming.
Initiation and discontinuation of dialysis treatment for stable patients
Monitoring patient and machine during dialysis therapy, providing intervention as necessary in collaboration with RN
Administer medications as ordered by a physician and within scope of practice
Engages the interdisciplinary team in a collaborative approach to professional practice issues and acts in the role of Liaison between all members who participate in the care of the patient and their family
Provides a framework /smooth transition for patients who are involved in transitioning to home- based therapies
Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviors and attitudes.
Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
Current BCLS certificationrequired at time of hire.
Must be able to practice to full scope in this environment
Experience processing physician orders required
Sensitivity and knowledge of caring for the acute geriatric client is required
Ability to adapt quickly to new environments, remain flexible in change and collaborate within small teams is required
Good team player with positive attitude
Evidence of continued learning
Able to meet the physical demands of the position
Demonstrates being patient and consumer focused; makes a commitment to meet or exceed the needs of all internal and external customers
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; listens for clarity and meaning, and to speak in an honest and straightforward manner to ensure mutual understanding in a conversation
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility
Must have access to a vehicle for the purpose of transportation throughout the community
Must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position
Satisfactory employment and attendance record
The ideal candidate is strong in patient centered care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation.
Hours: Monday to Sunday, various rotating 7.5 hour shifts,(hours subject to change based on operational needs)
Site: Community and Burlington, maybe required to work at other HH Renal sites based on operational needs.
Salary: $36.81 to $39.80 per hour
Date Posted : November 3, 2026
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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture.
Halton Healthcare is committed to providingaccommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.
The Ontario Public Hospitals Actmandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital.This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare's Immunization Policies.
All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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FTE: 1.0 FTE
Union Status: CUPE 815
Shift Schedule (Hours are subject to change based on operational needs): Mon - Sun – Various rotating 7.5 hour shifts
Employment Status: Temporary Full-time
Department: OT Home Dialysis Assistance Program
Length of temporary contract: Approx. 18 months
Halton Healthcare's vision of Exemplary patient experiences, always, goes beyond just the patient experience; it has shaped our entire culture and remains at the core of every interaction in our organization, from our patients & families to our staff, physicians and volunteers. We believe in exemplary PEOPLE experiences always!
At Halton Healthcare you will thrive in a healthcare culture and environment that embraces inclusion, diversity and belonging with ‘exemplary patient care, always’ at the heart of everything we do.
We empower our people to be the very best they can be so they can make a difference for our patients and the communities we serve.
Halton Healthcaretakes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we arecommitted to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.
The Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) will work in the community to support home dialysis patients. They establish caring, therapeutic relationships with patients receiving Peritoneal Dialysis and their families to attain or maintain optimal functioning by promoting health and/or treating health conditions through supportive, preventative, therapeutic, palliative and rehabilitative means.They will perform dialysis and associated intervention independently within their home.
As part of the Independent Dialysis (home based dialysis) interdisciplinary team, the RPN will take a comprehensive approach to providing care for renal patients who are able to dialyze at home independently, through Peritoneal Dialysis.The role will include ongoing follow up care and support.As part of the Nephrology interdisciplinary team, the RPN will practice within the scope of Nephrology nursing best practice, RPN scope of practice, nursing philosophy and the standards set by the renal program.
Provides assessment, education, and decision support for patients/family as it relates to home dialysis
Coordinates/facilitates appointments of patients including home visits throughout the community
Assessment of Dialysis patients utilizing standards of care for Nephrology andaligned with unit competencies
Pre/post dialysis machine management including preparation of circuit and programming.
Initiation and discontinuation of dialysis treatment for stable patients
Monitoring patient and machine during dialysis therapy, providing intervention as necessary in collaboration with RN
Administer medications as ordered by a physician and within scope of practice
Engages the interdisciplinary team in a collaborative approach to professional practice issues and acts in the role of Liaison between all members who participate in the care of the patient and their family
Provides a framework /smooth transition for patients who are involved in transitioning to home- based therapies
Halton Healthcare endeavors to hire individuals who are competent in their chosen profession and who exemplify our mission, vision and values of accountability, respect and compassion which guide our individual behaviors and attitudes.
Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario required
Current BCLS certificationrequired at time of hire.
Must be able to practice to full scope in this environment
Experience processing physician orders required
Sensitivity and knowledge of caring for the acute geriatric client is required
Ability to adapt quickly to new environments, remain flexible in change and collaborate within small teams is required
Good team player with positive attitude
Evidence of continued learning
Able to meet the physical demands of the position
Demonstrates being patient and consumer focused; makes a commitment to meet or exceed the needs of all internal and external customers
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; listens for clarity and meaning, and to speak in an honest and straightforward manner to ensure mutual understanding in a conversation
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility
Must have access to a vehicle for the purpose of transportation throughout the community
Must be physically able to perform the essential duties of the position
Satisfactory employment and attendance record
The ideal candidate is strong in patient centered care in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require a person with good communication skills with a clear patient focus with the ability to manage execution and to foster teamwork and cooperation.
Hours: Monday to Sunday, various rotating 7.5 hour shifts,(hours subject to change based on operational needs)
Site: Community and Burlington, maybe required to work at other HH Renal sites based on operational needs.
Salary: $36.81 to $39.80 per hour
Date Posted : November 3, 2026
REF4345L
Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture.
Halton Healthcare is committed to providingaccommodations for applicants with disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Healthcare will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs to ensure your equal participation.
The Ontario Public Hospitals Actmandates that hospitals establish health surveillance programs for all individuals working within the hospital.This regulation requires proof of immunity for certain diseases and as a result, Halton Healthcare requires all new hires to receive pre-employment medical clearance by our Health, Safety & Wellness team, prior to their start date, as a condition of employment. This includes demonstrating compliance with Halton Healthcare's Immunization Policies.
All new hires must be fully compliant with our Vaccination Policy as a condition of employment with Halton Healthcare. Successful applicants will be required to provide proof of vaccination or proof of a documented medical exemption as part of the hiring process.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
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