Registered Nurse (casual)

Extendicare-1; Burlington; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Extendicare is seeking a Registered Nurse to provide direct resident care and medication administration in a Canadian long-term care setting. You will document care in line with Extendicare Health and Wellness standards and collaborate with the DHW/DOC team.

You will supervise unregulated care providers, coordinate care plans with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, and help ensure efficient, timely delivery of nursing services while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Current RN registration in the applicable Province/State.
• Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers.
• Strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination.
• Must demonstrate ability to delegate to unregulated care providers and maintain competencies.
• Must use computer and Microsoft Office applications.
• VPS clearance within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Complete and maintain residents' care assessments and service plans; communicate changes for billings.
• Assist with scheduling of care conferences and participate in them.
• Coordinate move-ins and transfers with DHW/DOC.
• Order, safeguard and administer drugs per regulations and Extendicare policies.
• Provide resident and family education.
• Supervise medication administration by unregulated care providers.
• Coordinate nursing team assignments and resident care.
• Respond to emergencies and changes in residents' condition.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Care coordination

Time management

Customer focus

Delegation to unregulated care

Microsoft Office

VPS clearance

Education

RN registration (Canada)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job DescriptionMission:Reporting to the Director of Health and Wellness (DHW) / Director of Care (DOC), theRegistered Nurse (RN) is responsible to provide direct resident care and medicationadministration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare ResidentHealth and Wellness standards and policies and procedures.Key Responsibilities:• To complete and ensure residents’ care assessments, service plans and documentationare up to date and changes communicated to DHW/DOC for billings;• To assist with scheduling of residents’ care conferences and participate in conferences;• To work closely with DHW/DOC to facilitate residents’ move in and transfers;• To order and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with allregulatory requirements and Extendicare policies and procedures;• To facilitate and provide resident/family education;• To supervise resident self medication assessment and audits;• To supervise and delegate care and medication administration responsibilities toUnregulated Care Providers in compliance with applicable regulations and Extendicarepolicy and procedures;• To plan, coordinate, manage and evaluate the resident’s care plan working with theresident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing and interdisciplinary team andcontracted service providers• To coordinate nursing team’s resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timelydelivery of services to residents;• To respond to and manage significant changes in residents’ condition and or medicalemergencies;• To act as supervisor and coordinate emergency response in absence of DHW/DOC andExecutive Directors;• To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and orconcern communicated to DHW/DOC/Executive Director and other departments;• To assist the DHW/DOC in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of InfectionPrevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality Plans forthe Nursing Department.• To coordinate and supervise the scheduling and assignment of nursing students fromapproved education institutions;• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly toethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct.• To complete all other tasks as assigned.Qualifications:• Current registration as a Registered Nurse in applicable Province/State• Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long termcare an asset• Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination,time management and customer focus skills• Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge and ability to delegate to unregulatedcare providers• Must maintain competencies as per the governing College standards• Skills in use of computer and Microsoft Office applications• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS)What Extendicare has to offer:At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us toreach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth andrecognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and thelives of others through your work.• Employee Family Assistance Program.• Robust benefits package.Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada.Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centers, as well as ourhome health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the healthcare continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualifiedand highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality careand by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.Time TypePart timeCompensation Details$36.06 - $54.59At Extendicare, we’ve spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment — every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at [e-mail] acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.