Job Description
Nurse Practitioner – Long Term Care
Quality care can only be achieved through quality people!
Maple Manor Nursing Home in Tillsonburg ON is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our team.
The Nurse Practitioner is an integral part of the team, providing primary health care to the full scope of practice to our residents. The NP collaborates with other health professionals to identify and assess trends and patterns that have implications for our residents and families. As a member of the primary care team, you are accountable to the Administrator and Medical Director for meeting the Long Term Care Homes policies, procedures and protocols for medical services.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive wage
- Extensive Benefit package including: Extended Health Care such as prescription drug plan, massage therapist, physiotherapist, naturopath, chiropractor and more!
- Vision Care
- Dental coverage
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Life Insurance
- Pension
- Paid Sick Days
- Professional Development Opportunities
RESPONSIBILITIES
- 70% of the NP’s time must be engaged in direct care to residents, 30% to be engaged in research, education and leadership
- Provide primary care within the scope of practice of the Nurse Practitioner as outlined in the College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice for Registered Nurses in Extended Class. The provision of primary care includes assessments, diagnosis, counselling, screening, referral, education, treatment and follow-up
- Collaborate effectively with physicians to facilitate appropriate provision of primary care outside of scope of practice
- Liaise with physicians and community agencies as required
- Maintain complete, accurate and timely records of patient visits using the electronic medical record (EMR)
- Communicates finding and diagnoses, discusses health outcomes to resident, families and the care team
- Provide individual and group sessions to patients in the understanding and management of particular health issues
- Prepare statistical reports for program review when necessary
- Work effectively within an interdisciplinary team to improve patient access to primary care and to help improve the team’s ability to provide a broader range of services (e.g. wound care management)
- Evaluate and analyze the patient’s response to therapeutic interventions
- Participates in internal (e.g., Professional Advisory Committee) and external committees
- Provides leadership and involves the inter-disciplinary team in quality improvement initiatives
- Provides leadership in developing and implementing strategies to optimize the integration of illness and injury prevention, health promotion, health maintenance, rehabilitation and restorative care activities
- Provides formal and informal teaching and coaching in the management of clinical care to interdisciplinary team members, serving as a resource person, educator and role model
QUALIFICATIONS
- College of Nurses of Ontario registration in the Extended Class (NP-Primary Health Care or NP-Adult)
- Baccalaureate in Nursing (BScN), Masters Degree in Nursing (MScN or MN) preferred
- Knowledge of Nurse Practitioners' Standards of Practice as set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Membership with Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario (NPAO)
- Member of RNAO with professional liability insurance.
- National certification in Gerontology an asset
- Post graduate certificate and experience in palliative care an asset
- Experience or a combination of education/training in Geriatrics an asset
- Knowledge of RNAO Best Practice guidelines and MOH Regulations and Act
- Knowledge and understanding of the role of the Nurse Practitioner within an interdisciplinary team, how to optimize collaborative relationships
- Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices or primary care delivery with an emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention
- Demonstrated competency in advanced assessments, diagnosis and prescribing pharmaceuticals and non- pharmacological interventions within the legislated scope of practice
- Clear understanding of Resident-Centered Care
SKILLS
- Superior interpersonal, communication, organization and team skills
- Excellent oral/written skills
- Strong clinical skills
- Ability to work effectively with all members of the health care team
- Proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software - Point Click Care experience an asset
- Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment
- Willingness to teach and train other members of the interdisciplinary team as required
- Innovative, creative, flexible and enthusiastic
- Flexibility to take on other tasks as assigned.
HOW TO APPLY
Submit your resume today for immediate consideration.
Successful applicants are required to provide a current Vulnerable Sector Check, verification of education and proof of 2 step TB test within the last six months.
In the interest of the health and safety of our residents, employees, and greater good of public health, Maple Manor Nursing Home recommends those that wish to work for this organization to have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.
Maple Manor is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.
ABOUT MAPLE MANOR
Maple Manor Nursing Home, locally owned and operated, is a long-term care facility located in the downtown core of Tillsonburg Ontario. As such it is in close proximity to many churches, stores, doctors’ offices and our local hospital. The home is licensed by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care and is Accredited through the Person-Centred Long Term Care Community Standards of CARF Canada. The Home is a 103-bed, smoke free facility offering private, semi-private and ward accommodations. In addition, Maple Manor has four temporary licenses for Interim Long-Term Care Home beds through the Aging at Home program. These beds provide a location for residents who would otherwise be kept in hospital while awaiting placement into a Long-Term Care facility.
The Home’s philosophy of care is centered on nurturing the human spirit. As such, we pledge to meet the individual needs of the clients using a resident-centered focus. Care and services for the residents are provided holistically such that their physical, spiritual, emotional and intellectual needs are met to the best of our abilities.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $95,000.00-$110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tillsonburg, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Member of with NPAO (required)
- Member of RNAO with professional liability insurance (required)
Work Location: In person
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