Community Health Nurse

Community Health Nurse (RN) – Primary Health Care Full-time, Contract Position (35 hours per week, November 2026 to March 2027, possibility of extension) $37.53 to $44.46 per hour (commensurate on experience) (Filling of Vacancy) About Unison: Unison Health and Community Services is a non-profit, community-based organization that serves neighbourhoods in North West Toronto. Operating out of six locations, Unison offers core services that include primary health care, counselling, health promotion, Early Years programs, legal services, harm reduction programs, housing assistance, adult protective services, Pathways to Education™ and a Diabetes Education Program. Unison’s mission is working together to deliver accessible and high quality health and community services that are integrated, respond to needs, build on strengths and inspire change. Unison Health and Community Services is committed to working from an inclusive, pro-choice, sex positive, harm reduction, anti-racist, anti-oppression and participatory framework. We are seeking a candidate for the position of Community Health Nurse (RN) to join the Primary Health Care team based at our Keele-Rogers site. The ideal candidate for this position will have a strong background in clinical primary care, experience in health teaching, advocacy and health promotion. Job-Specific

Responsibilities:

- Provision of individual primary care including wellness assessments across the lifespan, immunization, chronic disease monitoring, triage, counselling, advocacy and care of minor episodic illnesses
- Health teaching to individuals
- Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Participation in team meetings and centre-wide initiatives
- Performance of administrative tasks Job-Specific

Qualifications:

- RN with a current CNO membership and an undergraduate degree in nursing, or a combination of educational preparation and relevant experience.
- Current RNAO membership with malpractice coverage is an asset.
- Strong clinical assessment skills, documentation and communication skills.
- Strong understanding of and experience with primary care and the multi-disciplinary nature of community health issues.
- Experience with Electronic Health Records (experience in Practice Solutions Suite/PSS is an asset).
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in group work and community development.
- Commitment to pro-choice philosophy.
- Ability to meet the expectation of providing episodic care, chronic disease management and trans care.
- Familiarity with the social, economic and cultural conditions of the project’s geographic area, experience in working with local service providers, community groups and networks, and an understanding of local issues and priorities are an asset.
- Experience serving Unison’s priority populations (seniors with complex needs, people with mental health & addiction issues, 2SLGBTQ+ and youth facing barriers).
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and sensitivity to, the impact of social, economic, environmental and cultural issues on diverse communities.
- Knowledge of issues affecting communities facing barriers to access in an urban environment.
- Effective communication, interpersonal, organizational and administrative skills, including computer literacy skills specific to job requirements.
- Knowledge of a second (or more) language and culture is an asset.
- Ability to work flexible hours.

How to Apply
Interested candidates are asked to email a résumé with covering letter by Friday, November 13, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. to: Hiring Committee – Community Health Nurse, RN Unison Health and Community Services hirings@unisonhcs.org *Please cite UN\_2026\_071 in the subject line of the email.* We welcome applications from people who are reflective of the diverse communities we serve, including those who might need accommodation. Where needed, accommodations for applicants with disabilities will be provided, on request, to support their participation in all aspects of the recruitment process. Unison does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for screening, assessing, or the selection of candidates. While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Pay: $37.53-$44.46 per hour Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:
- Company pension Work

Location:
In person