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Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Contract Full-time (FT) - Centennial Manor

Little Current, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 30, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Part-time, Contract
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Nurse Practitioner provides comprehensive primary care to residents within an interdisciplinary team, including conducting health assessments and managing pharmacological or counseling interventions. They also provide leadership in quality improvement initiatives and offer clinical teaching and coaching to staff.

Job details

Job Description Nurse Practitioner - Contractor Mission: As an independent contractor, the Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive primary care to residents as part of the interdisciplinary health care team. Key Responsibilities: • Provides comprehensive primary care to residents. • Is knowledgeable of the Resident Bill of Rights and endeavors to respect and promote it. • Conducts person-centered health assessment/physical of residents on admission with specified time frame. • Comply with applicable provincial legislation pertaining to long-term care, Long-Term Care Homes Act 2007 & Regulation 79/10 • Participate in regular focused resident and family care conferences. • Manages the care of residents by providing pharmacological, complementary and/or counseling interventions. • Provides outreach and transitional services to LTCH residents who return to the community. • Collaborates and consults with physicians, director of nursing and personal care nursing staff, interdisciplinary team and external resources regarding resident plan of care. • Provides leadership and involves the interdisciplinary team in quality improvement initiatives. • Provides formal and informal teaching and coaching in the management of clinical care. Qualifications: • Master’s of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus • Completion of a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma • Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario, preferably within the RN (Extended Class) • 3 - 5 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in Long-term Care • Innovative critical thinking with excellent communication, public speaking and problem solving skills. • Knowledge of theoretical frameworks and research application • Seeks out opportunities to maintain competency and continued learning. • Maturity and good physical and mental health, empathy, patience and tact are important qualities to possess. • Liability Insurance WSIB Clearance Certificate • Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS). • TB Screening Complete What Extendicare has to offer: At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize 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 the lives of others through your work. • Employee Family Assistance Program. • Robust benefits package. Extendicare is 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 a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better. #ExtendicareOntNorth Time Type Part time Compensation Details Compensation will be discussed during the recruiting process. 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 careers@extendicare.com. 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.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s of Nursing or equivalent with a clinical focus and a Post-Master of Nursing (NP Field) Diploma. Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and 3-5 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in long-term care, are required.