Nurse Practitioner

Job summary

Assess residents, develop individualized care plans, and provide direct clinical care, including prescribing medications and interpreting diagnostic tests. Collaborate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team to improve care and safety, maintain clinical documentation, and support emotion-based care and the 2SLGBTQ+ initiative.

Job details

POSITION: Nurse Practitioner (NP) STATUS: RN (EC) – Two (2) Full-Time Position SCHEDULE 5 days a week, may include occasional weekend DEPARTMENT Management On-site and In-person: No remote/hybrid LOCATIONS Wellesley Central Place. 150-bed Long Term Care Home located Downtown Toronto Sherbourne Place. 90-bed Long Term Care Home located Downtown Toronto Reporting Structure The NP reports to the Executive Director for day-to-day operations. Collaborates with the Director of Nursing Services and Medical Director (MD) to help support and align with our resident care needs. Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive health assessments of residents, including physical examinations, medical history reviews, and medication reconciliation. Develop and implement individualized care plans based on residents' needs, goals, and preferences. Provide direct clinical care, including ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and performing minor procedures within the Nurse Practitioner scope of practice. Collaborate with physicians, registered nurses, allied health professionals, life enrichment professionals and other team members to optimize resident outcomes and quality of life. Educate residents, families, and caregivers on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-management strategies. Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance and optimize resident care and safety. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of assessments, interventions, and outcomes in eMAR. Adhere to professional standards, regulatory requirements, and best practices in nursing and healthcare delivery. Support the Emotion-based care approach and the 2SLGBTQ+ initiative. Mentor Students Other Activities – Other activities may be assigned in collaboration with the inter- professional team Skills, Knowledge Requirements General Leadership, critical thinking, organizational and communication skills are required Expertise in developing and maintaining excellent working relationships with all members of the health care team and partner organizations Ability to work in a collaborative practice model Advance health assessment/clinical skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a fast paced, dynamic work environment Must possess a dependable, consistent and reliable work record including attendance at work Ability to maintain confidentiality and impartiality Computer Skills Strong knowledge of Electronic documentation of health records ie CMS, PCC Knowledge of and working experience with computer systems and applications Language Skills: Proficient written and verbal English skills required. Any second language is considered an asset. Education and Specific Job Requirements Required Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class Primary Health Care or Adult and entitle to practice with no restrictions/limitations CPR Designation designed for HealthCare Professionals and Standard First Aid Advanced knowledge and decision-making skills in assessment, diagnosis, and health care management and treatment of older persons with delirium, depression, cognitive impairment, confusion and behavioural disturbance Vulnerable Sector Check not less than 6 months old Considered an Asset Certification in Geriatric Nursing from the Canadian Nursing Association or equivalent experience Certifications obtained or in progress that include gerontology, mental health, behavioral support and palliative care. Working Knowledge of Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, Food and Drugs Act (Canada) 1985, and Narcotic Control Act (Canada) 1994. Current membership: Nurse Practitioners' Association of Ontario (NPAO) is preferred. Teaching experience within the Nurse Practitioner scope Relevant Experience Two years’ clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner - preferred New graduates of recognized Nurse Practitioner program are welcome to apply

What you’ll do

Assess residents, develop individualized care plans, and provide direct clinical care, including prescribing medications and interpreting diagnostic tests. Collaborate with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary team to improve care and safety, maintain clinical documentation, and support emotion-based care and the 2SLGBTQ+ initiative.

Requirements

Requires current unrestricted registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as an Extended Class Registered Nurse in Primary Health Care or Adult, along with healthcare-provider CPR and Standard First Aid. Candidates need advanced assessment and treatment skills for older adults; two years of Nurse Practitioner experience is preferred, but new graduates are welcome, and geriatric certification or equivalent experience is an asset.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Geriatric Care · Preferred
• Leadership · Preferred
• Quality Improvement · Preferred
• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Care Planning · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Comprehensive Health Assessment
• Clinical Assessment and Diagnosis
• Care Planning
• Medication Prescribing
• Diagnostic Test Interpretation
• Minor Procedures
• Geriatric Care
• Delirium and Cognitive Impairment Management
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Resident and Family Education
• Quality Improvement
• Clinical Documentation
• Leadership
• Critical Thinking
• Communication
• Time Management

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Management & Leadership

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