Nurse Practitioner

Extendicare; Sault Ste. Marie; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior care is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join their team. This role involves providing innovative clinical leadership and comprehensive care to long-term care residents with complex needs. The ideal candidate will manage both acute and chronic conditions, ensuring high-quality care and promoting health. With a focus on collaboration, the Nurse Practitioner will work closely with an interdisciplinary team, contributing to quality improvement and research initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors while advancing your nursing career.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class.
• Professional liability insurance is required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver primary health care to residents, managing acute and chronic conditions.
• Collaborate with families to develop person-centered care plans.

Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Clinical Leadership

Geriatric Care Knowledge

Education

Baccalaureate in Nursing (BScN)

Master’s Degree in Nursing (MScN or MN)

Tools

Health Assessment Tools

Diagnostic Testing Equipment

Job description

Job Description

NURSE PRACTITIONER (NP) (Full-Time – Independent Contractor) – EXTENDICARE

Locations Across Ontario

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering comprehensive care across the healthcare continuum to meet the needs of Canada's growing seniors’ population. Our dedicated team of 23,700 members strives for quality care and aims to be the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

We are seeking self-directed, results-oriented nursing leaders with strong communication and critical thinking skills. The Nurse Practitioner will provide innovative clinical leadership to our inter-professional team, supporting knowledge development in geriatric care, and collaborating with physicians, staff, and system partners.

The Nurse Practitioner is an integral part of the leadership team, working within a strong interdisciplinary team. Reporting to the leadership team, including the Administrator, Director of Care, and Medical Director, the NP will provide direct, comprehensive care to Long-Term Care residents with complex needs based on advanced clinical skills. The NP's practice extends beyond regular nursing care, aligning with the full scope of the extended class nurse as per the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).

Responsibilities

1. Deliver primary health care to residents in long-term care, managing acute and chronic conditions, health promotion, and disease/injury prevention.
2. Provide clinical leadership to LTC team members, including resident admission/discharge, hospital discharge planning, palliative and end-of-life care, pain management, dementia care, and behavioral management.
3. Conduct comprehensive health assessments, utilizing appropriate tools and techniques, and perform physical examinations, interpreting findings and ordering diagnostic tests.
4. Collaborate with residents and families to develop person-centered care plans, synthesizing health information to diagnose and assess health risks.
5. Communicate assessment findings and diagnoses effectively, applying knowledge of pathophysiology, psychopathology, epidemiology, and related fields.
6. Select and implement appropriate interventions, both pharmacological and non-pharmacological, to maintain or restore resident health.
7. Promote safe resident care by mitigating harm and addressing risks associated with adverse events.
8. Liaise with discharge planning services to ensure smooth transitions for hospitalized residents.

Additional duties include collaborating with community health services, participating in quality improvement and research initiatives, and providing education and mentorship to care teams and learners. The NP will dedicate approximately 80% of their time to direct resident care and 20% to research and education. Flexibility to work evenings or weekends and participate in after-hours and on-call coverage is required. Knowledge of RNAO guidelines and MLTC regulations is essential.

Qualifications

• College of Nurses of Ontario registration in the Extended Class
• Baccalaureate in Nursing (BScN); Master’s Degree in Nursing (MScN or MN) is an asset
• Membership with Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario (preferred)
• Professional liability insurance (with RNAO or other provider)
• Certification in gerontology (asset)

Extendicare is committed to accessibility and accommodates needs throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact us in advance to discuss accommodation needs.

Time Type: Part-time

Join Extendicare and make a difference in seniors' lives while enriching your own career. If you are passionate about caring, we invite you to apply and become part of our dedicated team.