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Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse

Mission:

Reporting to the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)is responsible forproviding planned, patient-oriented, goal-directed nursing carein accordance withthe provincial standards of care.

Key Responsibilities:

• To work as a member of the inter-professional team as describedbyExtendicare'sProfessional Practice Model applying theperson centeredapproach to care;

• To complete and ensure resident's clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation areaccurate, up to date and changes communicated asrequired;

• To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes asrequired;

• Toassistwith scheduling of resident's care conferences andparticipatein conferences where applicable;

• To work closely with the Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness tofacilitateresident's move in, move out and transfers;

• To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory andExtendicareResident Carestandards and policiesand procedures;

• To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice andExtendicarepolicies and procedures;

• Tofacilitateand provide resident/family education;

• To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident's care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinaryteamand contracted service providers;

• To coordinate nursing team's resident care assignments to ensure efficient andtimelydelivery of services toresidents;

• To respond to and manage significant changes in resident's condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;

• To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;

• To coordinate emergency response in the absence of Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/ Executive Director;

• To respond to resident/family concerns and ensureappropriate actiontaken and or concern communicated to Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness/ Executive Director and other departments;

• To follow andassistthe Director of Care or Director of Health & Wellness in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention andControl,Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;

• To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents);

• To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out inExtendicare'sCode ofConduct;

• To complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable Province/State;

• Experience working in a senior's environment and with unregulated care providers preferred;

• Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset;

• Mustpossessstrong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, timemanagementand customer focus skills;

• Must havedemonstratedsound clinicalknowledge;

• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support and First Aid certificationrequired;

• Computerproficiencyand experience with Microsoft officeapplications.

• Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one.

What Extendicare has to offer:

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity forgrowthand recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities

• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization

• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.

• Employee Family Assistance Program.

• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada,operatingunder the Extendicare,ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growingseniors'population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. Weoperatea network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over11 million hoursof home health care services annually, and provide grouppurchasingservices to third partiesrepresentingapproximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employsnearly 30,000qualified, highlytrainedand dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

Time Type:

At Extendicare, we've spent more than 50 years dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents in our long-term care homes across Canada. When you join Extendicare, you become part of a compassionate, mission-driven team committed to creating a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for every resident we serve.

We provide competitive compensation that reflects the value of this role and the unique qualifications each candidate brings. Final salary offers are based on a variety of factors such as your skills, experience, education, and alignment with the responsibilities of this position.

Base salary is one component of our broader total rewards package. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, and long-term career growth. Your recruiter can provide more details about our total rewards offerings during the hiring process.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing candidate responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment - every application is reviewed by a member of our team to ensure thoughtful and equitable consideration. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Extendicare is an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome all applicants, including those from equity-deserving groups, including Indigenous peoples, women, people with disabilities, and visible minorities.

Extendicare is committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We will gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process upon request and in accordance with applicable legislation. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.