Nurse Practitioner LTC

MedMatch Recruitment; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Supportive team

Job summary

MedMatch Recruitment is seeking a compassionate Nurse Practitioner in a long-term care setting in Ontario. You will provide primary care to residents, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and lead care plans to promote health and reduce hospital transfers.

The role emphasizes geriatric-focused chronic disease management, timely interventions, and documentation adherence, with a supportive environment and competitive benefits for qualified NPs.

Qualifications

• Must hold NP designation with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Experience in geriatrics/primary care/long-term care preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Vulnerable sector check clearly completed.
• Familiarity with Ontario healthcare regulations and EMRs.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced nursing care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and dementia.
• Perform routine health assessments and wellness checks.
• Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with NP scope of practice in Ontario.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PSWs, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Lead care conferences and communicate with families as needed.
• Respond to urgent medical concerns and coordinate acute care when necessary.
• Promote resident independence and preventative care strategies.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Support staff education and development in areas of clinical best practices.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Clinical judgement

EMR familiarity

Education

RN/NP designation - CNO

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Position Overview:

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our client's team in a Long-Term Care setting. The NP will provide comprehensive primary care to residents, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to support health promotion, chronic disease management, and timely medical intervention. This role is pivotal in enhancing residents' quality of life and reducing unnecessary hospital visits.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide advanced nursing care, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning.

Manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, COPD, and dementia.

Perform routine health assessments and wellness checks.

Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with NP scope of practice in Ontario.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, PSWs, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals.

Lead care conferences and communicate with families as needed.

Respond to urgent medical concerns and coordinate acute care when necessary.

Promote resident independence and preventative care strategies.

Maintain accurate and timely medical documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Support staff education and development in areas of clinical best practices.

Qualifications:

Registered Nurse in the Extended Class (NP) with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO). New Grads Welcome

Experience in geriatrics, primary care, or long-term/retirement care preferred.

Current CPR certification and clear vulnerable sector check.

Strong communication, clinical judgment, and leadership skills.

Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMRs) and Ontario healthcare regulations.

Why Join Us:

Supportive, resident-focused care environment

Competitive compensation and benefits

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in seniors' lives