Nurse Practitioner (Full time - Independant Contractor) - Rouge Valley

130011 Axium Extendicare LTC II LP; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care provider in Canada is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to deliver comprehensive care in a geriatric setting. The role involves managing acute and chronic conditions, promoting resident health, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Ideal candidates are registered nurses with advanced clinical skills and experience in geriatric care. This position is full-time for an independent contractor.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (Extended Class).
• BScN required; MScN or MN preferred.
• Membership with NPAO preferred.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Certification in gerontology an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver primary health care to residents, managing acute and chronic conditions.
• Provide clinical leadership for the Behavioral Support Transitional Unit.
• Conduct health assessments and interpret findings.
• Develop person-centered care plans with residents and families.
• Communicate assessment findings and treatment plans effectively.
• Promote safe resident care by mitigating harm.
• Liaise with discharge planning services.
• Collaborate to improve resident care continuity.
• Dedicate time to both direct resident care and education.
• Exercise independent judgment and provide supervision.
• Participate in after-hours and on-call coverage.

Job description

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Nurse Practitioner (Full time - Independent Contractor) - Rouge Valley

Apply locations: LTC - Ext Rouge Valley (Conlins Rd.), 551 Conlins Road, Toronto, ON

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Yesterday

Job requisition id: R24568

Job Description

NURSE PRACTITIONER (NP) (Full-Time – Independent Contractor) – Extendicare Rouge Valley

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. With over 115 senior care and living centers and home health care operations, we are dedicated to delivering comprehensive care to meet the needs of Canada's growing senior population. Our team of 23,700 highly trained professionals is committed to quality care and excellence.

Extendicare Rouge Valley seeks a self-directed, results-oriented nursing leader with strong communication and critical thinking skills. You will provide innovative clinical leadership for our inter-professional team, focusing on geriatric care, and collaborate with physicians, staff, and system partners.

The Nurse Practitioner is a key member of the leadership team, working within a strong interdisciplinary team, reporting to the leadership team, and providing direct comprehensive care to residents with complex needs, based on advanced clinical knowledge and skills. The practice is interdependent, working collaboratively within the team, with a scope beyond regular nursing care as defined by the College of Nurses of Ontario.

Responsibilities

• Deliver primary health care to residents, managing acute and chronic conditions, health promotion, and disease prevention.
• Provide clinical leadership for the Behavioral Support Transitional Unit and Long-term care team, including resident admission/discharge, hospital discharge planning, palliative and end-of-life care, pain management, dementia care, and responsive behavior management.
• Conduct health assessments, perform physical examinations, interpret findings, order and interpret diagnostic investigations.
• Develop person-centered care plans in collaboration with residents and families, using clinical reasoning to diagnose and assess health risks.
• Communicate assessment findings, diagnoses, and treatment plans effectively.
• Select appropriate interventions to restore or maintain resident health and functionality.
• Promote safe resident care by mitigating harm and addressing risks.
• Liaise with discharge planning services for hospitalized residents.
• Collaborate on initiatives to improve resident care continuity and participate in educational, quality improvement, and research activities.
• Dedicate 80% of time to direct resident care and 20% to research and education.
• Incorporate knowledge of diversity, cultural safety, and health determinants in practice.
• Exercise independent judgment, work effectively within a team, and provide supervision and mentorship.
• Build partnerships with stakeholders and communicate effectively.
• Participate in after-hours and on-call coverage as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of RNAO guidelines and relevant regulations.

Qualifications

• Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (Extended Class).
• BScN required; MScN or MN preferred.
• Membership with NPAO preferred.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Certification in gerontology an asset.

Extendicare values diversity and is committed to inclusive recruitment. Accommodation requests should be made in advance.

Join Extendicare to make a difference in seniors’ lives. If you’re passionate about caring, apply now!

About Us

Extendicare provides senior care across Canada, focusing on quality and continuous improvement. Our mission is "Helping People Live Better," and we aim to be the premier senior care provider in Canada, guided by values of dignity, respect, excellence, integrity, accountability, communication, teamwork, and environmental responsibility.