• An exciting opportunity to expand your career in healthcare
• Receive an attractive hourly wage, based on experience
• Enjoy amazing perks, including generous benefits

About the County of Simcoe

Continually recognized as one of the region’s top employers, the County of Simcoe offers a competitive salary, full pension, benefits and perks, and opportunities for career advancement, while living, working, and playing in one of Ontario’s most beautiful and diverse regions. 

Our continuous improvement culture ensures that we always find ways to enhance the work environment for our team. We are always improving our processes and procedures, programs, and systems, and encourage a culture of continuous learning and development for all employees. Join the team at Simcoe County and build a career in a progressive and collaborative organization that is committed to your development and well-being.

To learn more about us, please visit our website.

About the Opportunity

The County of Simcoe currently has multiple opportunities for Registered Nurses (RN) and Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) to join our long term healthcare team in multiple locations around the County of Simcoe. We have full-time, part-time, permanent, and temporary positions available!

As a valued member of the interdisciplinary team, you will provide quality care that helps residents meet their emotional, social, cultural, spiritual and physical needs. Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Monitoring needs, developing, and maintaining client-focused resident care plans
• Assessing and interpreting resident's condition, reporting significant changes, and implementing appropriate interventions
• Administering medications and treatment as prescribed
• Safekeeping of drugs and taking proper care of equipment

As a Registered Nurse (RN), you will also be responsible for:

• Supervising PSW’s/HCA’s and RPN’s, assisting in their training, and evaluating their performance
• Assisting physician in diagnostic and therapeutic measures
• In the absence of the Administrator or Director of Resident Care, notify appropriate individuals in the event of life-threatening situations

As a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), you will also be responsible for:

•  Organizing and delegating duties to PSW/HCA’s on unit

More About You

To qualify as a Registered Nurse (RN), you will possess a Nursing Diploma or Degree.  Experience as a Registered Nurse would be an asset, but is not required. New Graduates and those with previous clinical experience are encouraged to apply.

To qualify as a Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), you will possess a Registered Practical Nursing Diploma. 2 years of experience as a Registered Practical Nurse would be an asset, as would completion of a course in gerontology.

Our ideal candidates for the roles above will join us with:

• Current RN or RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) without any restrictions
• Recent Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening (within 6 months)
• Proof of documented results of two-step Tuberculosis (TB) testing
• Proof of annual CPR recertification
• Previous experience in geriatrics, retirement, or in a long term care nursing facility would be an asset

As our ideal candidate, you are passionate about helping people and thrive in a collaborative, caring environment where residents are always top of mind. You are a team player that prefers to work in an environment of continuous growth and development, supporting a culture of workplace and operational excellence.

Salary and Benefits

Registered Nurses (RN) are rewarded with an attractive hourly wage based on skills and experience, as well as location:
Simcoe Manor, Beeton: $34.75–$49.76/hour
Sunset Manor, Collingwood: $31.68-$48.91/hour
Trillium Manor, Orillia: $35.00-$50.12/hour
Georgian Manor, Penetanguishene: $35.00-$50.12/hour

Registered Practical Nurses (RPN) are rewarded with an attractive hourly wage based on skills and experience, as well as location:
Simcoe Manor, Beeton: $29.67–$31.70/hour
Sunset Manor, Collingwood: $29.67–$31.70/hour
Trillium Manor, Orillia: $29.67–$31.70/hour
Georgian Manor, Penetanguishene: $26.96–$30.82/hour

You may be elligible for additional Nursing Incentives – speak with your recruiter!

As a county of Simcoe employee, you will also receive an excellent benefits package, including:

• Benefit premiums 100% covered by employer and starting from day 1 of work!
• Extended health, vision, and dental
• Life and long-term and short-term disability insurance
• OMERS Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Annual health spending account
• Vacation starting at 3 weeks + 2 float days per year
• Department team-building events
• Tuition reimbursement program and external training opportunities
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities

If you love to work amongst genuine, supportive people who are passionate about improving your community, we would love to hear from you - Apply Today!

The County of Simcoe is committed to providing a safe, healthy, and supportive working environment. All offers of employment are conditional upon presentation of any required documents applicable to the job including a COVID-19 Vaccine Receipt or Certificate showing fully vaccinated status. In compliance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodations will be provided to candidates who are unable to be vaccinated for verified medical reasons or under such other grounds as may be protected under the Ontario Human Rights Code.