Basic Function:

Under the direction and supervision of the Administrator and as a member of the interdisciplinary care team, to be responsible and accountable for primary care provision to the Residents of the home. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) works within his/her legislative scope of practice as outlined by the Ontario College of Nurses as well as ensuring all legislative and operations requirements are being met. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is accountable to the Medical Director for meeting the home's policies, procedures and protocols for medical services.

Position Description:

• Collaborates with Medical Director/Physician and the Manager of Nursing and Personal Care in the provisions of Resident Care.
• Member of the Infection Prevention and Control, Medical Advisory, Pharmacy and Therapeutics, Responsive Behaviour, Palliative Care/Pain, Skin and Wound Care, Continence Care, Fall Prevention and Management, Restorative Care, and Continuous Quality Improvement committees.
• Attends the home on a regular basis to provides comprehensive primary care including assessments for the Residents as part of the interdisciplinary health care team.
• Performs a person-centred health assessment of Resident on admission, annually and as needed (including Three month medication reviews)
• Participates in providing after hours and on-call coverage.
• Advocates for an provides palliative and end of life care.
• Seek consultation with Medical Director/Physician when a diagnosis and or treatment plan is unclear or beyond the scope of the Nurse Practitioner.
• To undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Health and Safety standards, guidelines and legislation.
• Conducts performance management of Registered staff.
• Performs admission and annual Resident examination and completes a written report of the findings of the examination.
• Orders and or performs appropriate screening and diagnostic investigation, interpreting results and assuming responsibility for follow-up. Diagnoses acute and chronic health conditions.
• Manages the care of Resident by providing pharmacological, complementary and or counseling interventions and performs procedures with-in the NP scope of practice.
• Documents clinical data, assessment finings, diagnosis, plans of care, therapeutic interventions, Resident responses and clinical rationale in a timely and accurate manner.
• Participates in Resident care conferences
• Increases continuity of care through collaboration, consultation and referral as appropriate with the health care team.
• Assists, supports, guides and provides consultation to the home regarding challenging Resident clinical situations.
• Support and Advocate for the Residents best interests while engaging the Resident/Family/Substitute Decision Maker regarding care.
• Provides formal and informal training, guidance and coaching in the management of clinical care to the interdisciplinary team members, serving as a resource person
• Completes referrals to specialized consultants, services and other health providers.
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team related to Resident plan of care.
• To adhere to infection control policies, procedures, protocols, routines and additional practices as required.
• To participate in continuing education activities, in-service educational opportunities and staff meetings.
• Participate in annual mandatory education as per MOHLTC regulations.
• To maintain an awareness at all times of emergency procedures and participate in drills/exercises and associated educational opportunities.
• To be aware of and comply with all County and home policies and procedures.
• To maintain confidentiality at all times. Safeguard Personal Health Information and Personal Information.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and Experience:

• Registered Nurse with a current Certificate of Competence with the Ontario College of Nurses-Extended Class.
• University Degree in Nursing
• Two years' experience in a long-term care setting demonstrating strong clinical and assessment skills.
• Courses specific to gerontology, dementia studies, palliative care/end of life care and wound care asset.
• Working knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care regulation standards, Fixing Long Term Care Act 2021 and relevant legislation.
• Strong knowledge of computer software: PointClickCare, Excel, Microsoft Word

Skills and Abilities:

• Proven time management and organizational skills
• Resident and Customer focus
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Ability to facilitate and adapt to changes in the long-term care environment.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Ability to perform Heimlich Maneuver
• Valid Ontario driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
• Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents
• Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act

Benefits

Posting #: NU 30.24

Position: Health Services Practitioner

Status: Temporary Full Time (date of hire to approximately January 30, 2026)

Employee Group: Non-Union

Salary: $87,134 - $108,918 per annum

Division: Health and Social Services

Department: Norview Lodge

Reports To: Manager, Nursing and Personal Care

Location: Norview Lodge, Simcoe, ON

Posting Period: September 20, 2024 – October 4, 2024

How to Apply:

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Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County - NorfolkCounty.ca

The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.