Nurse Practitioner, Full Time, Long Term Care Administration

Job Code: 13162

Status: Full Time

Location: Providence Manor

Union: ONA PM

Wage: $53.45 - $63.80

Posting Period: July 19, 2024 - July 25, 2024

Ontario Health: Community Commitment Program for Nurses (CCPN) Incentive – Available to eligible RN’s, RPN’s, NP’s offered through Ontario Health

• Provides $25,000 in grant funding to eligible nurses in exchange for a 2-year commitment.
• This incentive qualifies for Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs).
• Eligibility criteria available at Health Force Ontario CCPN Incentive
• For further information, please reach out to our Recruitment Team by calling 613-544-4900 ext. 53450 or by email at work@providencecare.ca.

The Nurse Practitioner (NP), reports directly to the Director of Care (DOC) and is also accountable to the Medical Director for meeting the Fixing Long term Care Act policies, procedures and protocols for medical services.  The attending NP is a primary care provider to residents and works within her/his legislative scope of practice as described and outlined by the College of Nurses of Ontario. The attending NP collaborates with the resident and family/caregiver, and the health care team in the development, implementation and evaluation of the resident’s plan of care; provides leadership and mentorship to the LTCH staff that enhances their knowledge, assessment skills, and ability to care for residents in place; and leads and collaborates in research, education, and evidence-based practice initiatives to optimize the resident, LTCH and health system outcomes.

The attending nurse practitioner:

• Collaborates with the resident and family or caregiver and the health care team in the development, implementation and evaluation of the resident’s plan of care
• Provides leadership and mentorship to long-term care home staff that enhances their knowledge, assessment skills and ability to care for residents in place
• Leads and collaborates in research, education and evidence-based practice initiatives to optimize the resident, long-term care home and health system outcomes

Skills and Qualifications Required: 

• Current RN (EC) registration with a specialty certificate in Primary Health Care or Adult with the College of Nurse of Ontario.
• Minimum of 3 years nursing experience, ideally in seniors care.
• A passion for making a difference in the lives of our senior population.
• GNC(C) certification from the Canadian Nurses Association preferred.

Position Responsibilities:  

• Maintains confidentiality and acts in an ethical manner, consistent with professional expectations, the written agreement between the nurse practitioner and the long-term care home and the long-term care homes policies and code of conduct
• Is a member of the primary care team and seeks appropriate consultation as required
• Engages in ongoing professional development, maintain clinical competence and currency with legislation affecting her/his practice
• Develops in-depth expertise in care of older persons
• Develops in-depth expertise in leadership
• Holds professional liability protection
• Maintains CPR certification designed for health care professionals and standard first-aid

Why Work at Providence Manor:

• A long-term care home with specialized care for dementia and veterans
• Committed to a person and family-centred approach
• Competitive salaries with excellent full-time and part-time benefits
• Group Retirement Pension Plan
• Corporate and Resident Home Area/service specific orientation for new hires

• Focus of Healthy Workplace and Culture of Quality
• Employee and Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions

• Located in downtown Kingston