Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Job Description

Extendicare – Peterborough– Independent Contractor

Extendicare is a leading provider of seniors’ care across Canada, committed to delivering high‑quality, person‑centred health services. With over 115 long‑term care homes and community care operations, our 23,700 team members work together toward our vision: to be the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

We are seeking independent, collaborative, and clinically skilled Nurse Practitioners who demonstrate advanced critical thinking, strong communication, and a commitment to excellence in geriatric care.

Position Summary The Nurse Practitioner (NP) functions as an independent practitioner accountable to residents, College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) standards, and Extendicare’s policies. The NP works closely with the interdisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, treat, and evaluate clinical care for residents with acute and chronic health needs. The NP practices within the extended class scope, identifying personal care parameters and consulting or referring to physicians and other health professionals as appropriate.

Responsibilities

Direct Clinical Care

• Conduct comprehensive assessments, including health histories, mental status evaluations, and physical examinations.
• Integrate resident, family, and staff perspectives with nursing and allied health approaches and evidence-based practice.
• Formulate and collaborate on acute and chronic diagnoses; consult with physicians when appropriate.
• Order and interpret screening and diagnostic tests and make clinical decisions based on results.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members.
• Prescribe pharmacological and non‑pharmacological therapies.
• Foster therapeutic relationships that promote independence and well‑being.
• Adjust care plans based on resident outcomes.

Collaboration & Consultation

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, leadership, and community partners.
• Provide consultation and guidance to staff on complex clinical cases.
• Refer to dietitians, physiotherapists, pharmacists, and other interdisciplinary team members as needed.
• Participate in advisory committees and quality initiatives.
• Strong communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skills.

Education

• Educate residents and families to support autonomy and informed decision‑making.
• Support staff education through identification of care trends.
• Mentor and guide team members and learners.

Leadership & Advocacy

• Act as an innovator, advocate, and change agent.
• Contribute to the home’s mission, vision, values, and goals.
• Analyze resident care trends and advocate for system improvements.

Quality & Professional Standards

• Participate in quality improvement, research, and practice evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with CNO standards and best practice guidelines.
• Maintain accountability for professional practice.

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner (RN Extended Class) with current and unrestricted registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
• Master's Degree with post-Master’s NP certificate in NP-Adult or NP-Primary Health Care.
• Professional liability insurance.
• Membership in NPAO preferred.
• Experience in primary care, gerontology, dementia care, and/or complex care an asset.

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, encourage equal opportunity for growth and 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.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada, operating under the Extendicare, ParaMed, Extendicare Assist, and SGP Purchasing Network brands. We are committed to delivering quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population, inspired by our mission to provide people with the care they need, wherever they call home. We operate a network of long-term care homes (both owned and under management contracts), deliver over 11 million hours of home health care services annually, and provide group purchasing services to third parties representing approximately 150,000 beds across Canada. Extendicare proudly employs nearly 30,000 qualified, highly trained and dedicated team members who are passionate about providing high-quality care and services to help people live better.

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Time Type:

Full time

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.​

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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.

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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.​

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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 Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.