Registered Practical Nurse (BSO) -Sherwood Court Maple On

130011 Axium Extendicare LTC II LP; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Extendicare Sherwood Court in Maple, Ontario, seeks a skilled BSO (Registered Practical Nurse) to lead interdisciplinary teams and advance dementia care within a busy long‑term care home. You will coordinate committees, ensure accurate reporting, and guide staff through responsive behaviours management.

You bring RPN status in good standing, CPR/First Aid, and a strong track record in geriatric care, with excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• Currently registered as an RPN in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• CPR and First Aid certificates are current.
• Extensive knowledge of dementia care and related behavioural supports.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate BSO interdisciplinary meetings and rounds.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and report on indicators.
• Provide staff, resident, family and volunteer training for responsive behaviours.
• Ensure privacy and security of health information.
• Monitor MDS indicators and inform program planning.

Skills

Team coordination

Resident assessment

Quality reporting

Data analysis

Geriatric care

Behaviour management

Communication

MDS knowledge

CPR/First Aid

Clinical leadership

Education

RPN valid in Ontario

CPR certification

Tools

PIECES/TM

Gentle Persuasive Approach

U-First!

Montessori principles

Job description

BSO (Registered Practical Nurse) – Sherwood Court

Candidates are invited to apply for the Temporary Full‑time position of BSO at our Sherwood Court home, located in Maple, Ontario.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinates the BSO interdisciplinary team meetings and rounds working collaboratively with social work, pharmacy and physicians
• Participates actively with the Professional Advisory Committee, Medical Advisory Committee, Quality Committee and other teams as required
• Through demonstrated knowledge of best practices for dementia, delirium, depression and other mental health issues and their effect on clients, families and caregivers, coordinates training and support for all staff, residents, families and volunteers in managing responsive behaviours
• Completes all required reports and statistics as required for the home, CELHIN and MOHLTC
• Contributes to the completion of annual quality protocols and program evaluations
• Sets goals, creates action plans and ensures follow up is completed
• Completes analysis, creates and presents detailed reports on quality indicators and medication use using PCC, Analytics and other software as required
• Oversees the completion of all documentation related to behaviours, DOS monitoring, assessments
• Respects and preserves the privacy, confidentiality and security of health care information at all times
• Monitor MDS indicators, outcome scores and RUG scores to inform program planning and evaluation
• Understands how the MDS assessment integrates with existing clinical tools and provides leadership in streamlining these processes
• Adheres to responsibilities and requirements for reporting adverse resident occurrences subject to regulatory and legislative direction

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently registered as an RPN in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Current CPR and First Aid Certificates
• Extensive knowledge of P.I.E.C.E.S.TM, Gentle Persuasive Approach, U-First!, Montessori
• Demonstrated extensive knowledge and skill working with individuals with various types of dementia, delirium, mental health, addictions, other neurological conditions and those who experience an acute behavioural change
• Demonstrated person and caregiver focused care and supported by best evidence‑based clinical practices
• Demonstrated commitment to the goals and principles of the Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) program
• Strong physical and behavioural assessment skills for evaluating dementias, cognitive impairments, depressions, and deliriums, mental health and addictions
• Excellent critical thinking skills for the early detection, intervention, and prevention of responsive behaviours
• Good understanding of non‑pharmacological and therapeutic behavioural approaches
• Good understanding of pharmacological agents, and their interactions, that are used to manage conditions that have behavioural components along the disease continuum
• Demonstrated trouble‑shooting and problem‑solving approach relative to behavioural exacerbations
• Knowledge of and commitment to knowledge exchange as a means of continuous quality improvement, education and capacity building in the individual, team, organization, and system
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, flexibility and commitment to change management
• Demonstrated effectiveness as a team member through collaboration, respect and effective communication skills in interacting with residents, family members and other members of inter‑professional teams, including community partners
• Demonstrates leadership in applying strategies to catalyze, foster and enhance collaboration and communication
• Experience and knowledge in analyzing data from assessments, Abbey Pain Scale, Dementia Observation System (DOS), Cornell Depression Scale, etc.
• 3-5 years experience in long‑term care
• Canadian certificate in Gerontology considered an asset
• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of the Long‑Term Care Homes Act and Regulations and other legislation that is relevant
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Employment Type

Full‑time

Location

Sherwood Court home, located in Maple, Ontario.

Compensation & Benefits

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.

Our 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.

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

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.

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.

About Extendicare

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

Extendicare – a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of the growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of 99 long‑term care homes (59 owned, 40 under management contracts), deliver approximately 14.0 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 153,600 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs approximately 23,000 individuals and manages an additional 5,000 joint venture employees, all of whom are highly qualified, trained and dedicated team members and passionate about providing high‑quality care and services to help people live better.

Our Mission: To provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home.

Our Vision: Everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

Our Values: We embrace every person for the individual they are. We care for each person as we would our own family. We collaborate with others because we achieve more together. We are relentless in our efforts to improve. We respect the resources entrusted to us.

We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.