Registered Nurse - Developmental Services Nurse

Registered Nurse - Developmental Services Nurse – ONA

Community Resource Team

1 – Full-Time Position

Salary Range: $37.64 - $48.30/hour

(commensurate with qualifications and experience)

Make a Difference in the Lives of People with Developmental Disabilities

OPTIONS Northwest is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and collaborative Registered Nurse to join our Community Resource Team as a Developmental Services Nurse. This rewarding role supports people with developmental disabilities and/or dual diagnoses by promoting health, wellness, independence, and quality of life within the community.

As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide nursing consultation, assessment, education, advocacy, and direct clinical support to people supported, families, support workers, and community partners. Your expertise will help ensure people r receive person-centred, evidence-based healthcare and access to the services they need to thrive.

What You'll Do

Clinical and Community Support

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and nursing consultations.
• Develop, implement, coordinate, and monitor healthcare supports and interventions.
• Provide direct nursing care in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards and applicable legislation.
• Support individuals and their teams during complex health situations, including hospital transitions, palliative care, end-of-life care, and crisis situations.
• Participate in Community Resource Team meetings, care conferences, and person-centred planning meetings.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, hospitals, home and community care providers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Advocate for people and help address barriers to healthcare access.

Education and Capacity Building

• Provide health education and consultation to people we support, families, and support staff.
• Design and facilitate training programs for staff, community agencies, and the public.
• Promote health awareness, disease prevention, in developmental services.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive clinical documentation.
• Complete health assessments, case formulations, consultation reports, progress notes, and service records.
• Ensure documentation meets organizational, professional, and legislative requirements.

Professional Practice

• Maintain professional competency and nursing registration requirements.
• Participate in ongoing education and professional development.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and evidence-based practice.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Nursing Program.
• Current registration and good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Experience supporting people with developmental disabilities and/or dual diagnoses.
• Demonstrated ability to provide adult education, develop health-related initiatives, and support caregivers in community settings.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Valid Ontario driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and electronic documentation systems.
• Current Police Records Check (required upon conditional offer)

Assets

• Nursing Foot Care Certification.
• Experience working within developmental services, community health, mental health, or dual diagnosis settings.

Why Join OPTIONS Northwest?

At OPTIONS Northwest, you'll join a dedicated team committed to empowering people with developmental disabilities to live healthy, meaningful, and inclusive lives. We value collaboration, innovation, respect, and person-centred care while fostering a supportive environment for professional growth and development. Comprehensive benefit package offered including Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan.

Apply Today

If you are a caring and dedicated Registered Nurse looking for a meaningful nursing career, we encourage you to apply and become part of our team. OPTIONS NORTHWEST is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and detailed resume by:

4:00 p.m. Friday, October 23rd, 2026, to:

HUMAN RESOURCES

OPTIONS NORTHWEST

95 NORTH CUMBERLAND STREET

THUNDER BAY, ON P7A 4M1

PHONE: (807) 344-4994

EMAIL: [email protected]

www.optionsnorthwest.com

We wish to thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Pay: $37.64-$48.30 per hour

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Work Location: In person