Nurse Practitioner AgeCare Willowgrove

Regency LTC Operating Limited Partnership; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

AgeCare Willowgrove in Ancaster, ON, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to collaboratively deliver resident care within their competency level. This role emphasizes high-quality, safe care in a long-term care setting.

You will work with the medical director and interdisciplinary team, assess and manage acute and chronic conditions, and participate in care conferences while upholding AgeCare’s values of dignity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year clinical experience in geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care nursing.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an RN in the Extended Class (PHC or Adult).
• Leadership knowledge/experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with Long Term Care Act and related health acts is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the MD, DOC and interdisciplinary team to deliver resident care.
• Assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions; provide follow-up care.
• Provide clinical leadership to LTC team and participate in resident care conferences.
• Advocate for residents and families in care planning and decision making.
• Identify care trends to support educational programming for the team.

Skills

Geriatric care

Leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse in the Extended Class (Ontario)

Job description

AgeCare Willowgrove 1217 old Mohawk Rd Ancaster, ON 0.20 Part Time

About Us

At AgeCare, our mission is to empower residents to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing their health and well-being. We firmly believe that we are working in our residents' homes, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a comfortable and person-centered environment. Working in long-term care is more than just a job; it is a calling for many of us.

The Opportunity

The Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively on the delivery of resident care to meet individual needs within his/her level of competency. This role provides quality and safe resident care which helps to support and align resident needs.

What Is In It For You

• Collaborate and liaise with the MD, DOC and interdisciplinary team in care delivery.
• Assess, diagnose, and evaluate acute and chronic illness and other changes in resident’s conditions, prescribe treatments, diagnostics and follow up care.
• Support and advocate for residents’ best interests while engaging with the resident / family / substitute decision maker (SDM) regarding Care.
• Participate in resident care conferences.
• Provide clinical leadership to the LTC team members centered around the resident care needs which can include resident move in/out, hospital discharge planning, palliative and end-of-life care, pain management, dementia care and responsive behavior management.
• Participate in identifying, analyzing, and interpreting trends in resident care and professional nursing practice to determine priorities for educational programming for team members, residents, and families.

What You Will Need

• Minimum one year clinical and/or working experience in geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term Care nursing.
• Some leadership knowledge/experience is considered an asset.
• Certifications obtained or in progress that include gerontology, mental health, behavioral support, and palliative care are an asset.
• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class (Primary Health Care or Adult) and entitled to practice.
• Working Knowledge of the; Long Term Care Act, Program Standards for Long Term Care, Health Disciplines Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food and Drugs Act (Canada), Narcotic Control Act (Canada) and Coroners Act, is considered an asset.

Salary

Salary: $25,061.40 per year Salary placement based on qualifications and experience.

This job posting is for an active, open position, and all applications are reviewed by our team without the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Canadian work experience is not required. If you are qualified and, where applicable, licensed or registered for the position, we welcome your application.

Since 1998 AgeCare has been dedicated to creating vibrant communities that celebrate and support aging with dignity, independence and community interaction for seniors.

We offer our residents a safe and secure home-like atmosphere where they and their families can be assured peace of mind.

We want to hear from you if you are a talented, motivated, and embrace our guiding principles of: Trust: Act with integrity and fairness Respect: Treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and compassion Quality: Relentlessly pursue excellence in care and service Teamwork: Uplift each other with positive energy and support