Registered Nurse (RN) - Casual - Tendercare

extendicare; Toronto; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Extendicare in Ontario seeks an RN to enhance nursing practice daily, aligning with governing bodies and internal standards of care. This casual/temporary position involves supervising staff, coordinating care plans, and ensuring compliance with physician orders and policies.

The role requires a current Ontario certificate of competence and eligibility for registration, with previous long-term care or community care experience preferred. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Current certificate of competence from Ontario regulatory bodies.
• Eligibility for registration with the Ontario regulatory college.
• Experience in community or long-term care settings.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure resident/patient care meets nursing standards, physician orders, and policies.
• Assist in assessment and monitoring, develop and evaluate care plans.
• Manage nursing staff and supervise unit activities and orientations.
• Monitor performance, conduct appraisals, and refer issues to the Director of Care.
• Provide direction to the nursing department in the absence of the Director of Care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Certificate of Competence - Ontario

Job description

The RN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice daily in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies and internal policies and standards of care.

Union Jobs

• Union Name: ONA
• Union Classification (Title): RN as applicable
• Salary: As per collective agreement
• Nursing Schedule: As per collective agreement

Time Type

• Casual
• Temporary Part-Time
• Temporary Full-time

Responsibilities

• Ensuring resident / patient care is provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians' orders and administrative policies
• Assisting in the assessment and monitoring of residents / patients while working to develop, implement, review and evaluate resident/patient care plans
• Managing and evaluating the work of nursing and personal care staff assigned to the unit, including orientations and other supervisory duties
• Monitoring performance, conducting performance appraisals and referring problems to the Director of Care
• Provide direction to the nursing department in the absence of the Director of Care

Qualifications

• Appropriate current certificate of competence from the Approved Institutions for the province
• Registered/eligible for registration with the Approved Professional Institutions for the province
• Previous similar experience in Community or long-term care, with comprehensive knowledge of duties
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team, to prioritize tasks in order of urgency
• Excellent communication (verbal and written) and comprehension skills
• Developed creative problem-solving skills to look at the "big picture"

Time Type

• Part time

Compensation Details

• $39.13 - $59.23

We are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care home. When you join us, 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.

We are 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.

We are 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].

We 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.