Nurse Practitioner (Full-Time), Job offer in Toronto, Ontario

The Registered Nurse-Extended Class will;

• Utilize advanced level clinical skills in collecting & interpreting medical information, conducting health assessments and formulating medical diagnoses
• Provide vital clinical contributions in the development of Resident care plans, care conferences, implementing and evaluating of clinical decisions.
• Facilitate the coordination and involvement of key stakeholders, including Physicians, clinical staff and families, in the development of Resident care plans, with a focus on patient-centered care.
• Assume a key role in various clinical programs; including skin & wound care, infection control, pain management, palliative care, and various quality improvement initiatives; ensuring the use of best practices and industry standards
• Demonstrate leadership in the education, mentoring, support and communication with staff, Residents and families.
• Work collaboratively amongst an interdisciplinary team; build & foster external relationships, represent the Home when networking with professional organizations
• Ensure compliance with legislated standards and regulations, including, but not limited to; the Long Term Care Homes Act, Occupational Health Safety Act, CNO Guidelines & Reflective Practices, and the policies & procedures of the Home

The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, integrity and accountability, while working in a team environment that promotes communication, collaboration and respect. The successful candidate must possess the ability to thrive in a high demand and highly regulated environment.

You will be expected to represent Shepherd Village in a courteous and professional manner, while maintaining amicable relationships with peers, subordinates, Residents & families in keeping with the Shepherd Village Mission, Vision & Values.

Our ideal candidate possesses the following qualifications & skills:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), required
• Masters Degree in Nursing (MScN), required
• Experience practicing as an RNEC in a long-term care, or geriatric setting, preferred
• GPA, PIECES or other seniors-focused training or professional development, an asset
• Strong computer skills, including but not limited to Point Click Care and MS Office suite
• Ability to think critically, analyze information and problem solve effectively
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills, ability to exercise empathy and discretion
• Flexible, team-player, able to build and maintain positive working relationships