Job Description
Registered Practical Nurse
Mission:
Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC) or Director of Health and Wellness (DHW), the
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) is responsible for providing planned, patient-oriented,
goal-directed nursing care in accordance with the provincial standards of care.
Key Responsibilities:
• To work as a member of the inter professional team as described by Extendicare's
Professional Practice Model applying the person centered approach to care;
• To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and
documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required;
• To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make
changes as required;
• To assist with scheduling of resident's care conferences and participate in conferences
where applicable;
• To work closely with DOC/DHW to facilitate resident's move in, move out and transfers;
• To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document
care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies
and procedures;
• To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance
with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and
procedures;
• To facilitate and provide resident/family education;
• To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the
resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and
contracted service providers;
• To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely
delivery of services to residents;
• To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical
emergencies; provide emergency first aid;
• To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;
• To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or
concern communicated to DOC/DHW/Executive Director and other departments;
• To follow and assist the DOC/DHW in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of
Infection Prevention and Control , Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and
Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;
• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to
ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct;
• To complete all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Current registration as a Registered Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State;
• Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers
preferred;
• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term
care 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;
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certification required;
• Computer proficiency and experience with 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 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.
Time Type
Part time
Compensation Details
$33.47 - $35.07
At 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 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.
