Facility Size: 76 beds
Employment Type: Third Party contractor
Victoria Gardens Long Term Care is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our interdisciplinary team. This is a unique opportunity to provide resident-centered care in a supportive environment while advancing nursing services and dementia care practices.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Registered Nurse with Extended Class (CNO)
• Completion of Ontario Primary Health Care NP Certificate Program
• Minimum 3 years of experience in primary health care (preferred)
• Experience in long-term care, geriatrics, or dementia care (preferred)
• Proficiency with PointClickCare (preferred)
• Membership in NPAO and RNAO
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of nursing process and care planning
• Demonstrated empathy, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Skilled in conflict resolution and team collaboration

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

• Tuberculosis screening
• Criminal reference check (vulnerable sector)
• Two supervisory references

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Nurse Practitioner, you will function as a practitioner, consultant, educator, and advocate. Practicing autonomously within the full scope of primary health care, the NP collaborates with physicians, the Director of Care, and community partners to deliver high-quality care and lead nursing initiatives. Reporting to the Administrator, the NP works closely with residents, families/caregivers, and the health care team to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans. The NP also provides leadership and mentorship to enhance the clinical knowledge and skills of team members.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Diagnose residents and develop individualized care plans
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests; prescribe medications and treatments
• Provide clinical leadership to RNs, RPNs, PSWs, and other care team members
• Collaborate with attending physicians and external agencies
• Champion quality dementia care and celebrate positive resident moments
• Assist residents during admissions and transitional care
• Complete nursing documentation and ensure medication reconciliation
• Implement resident-focused programs and policies with the Director of Care and Quality Committee
• Deliver education and in-service training to clinical staff
• Uphold the Residents’ Bill of Rights and regulatory standards
• Perform other duties as assigned