Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Department: Resident Services

Status: Permanent Part-Time

Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., 30 hours bi‑weekly, including alternate weekends

Start Date: ASAP

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Employer: Villa Colombo Toronto, 40 Playfair Avenue, Toronto, Ontario M6B 2P9

Villa Colombo Toronto is a 391‑bed long‑term care home in the heart of Toronto, committed to providing compassionate, resident‑centered care for older adults. As a Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO) and a General Member of the Eden Alternative, we implement evidence‑informed practices and cutting-edge approaches that enhance the quality of life for our residents. Our team fosters a supportive, inclusive, and collaborative environment where employees are valued and encouraged to grow in their careers.

We are currently inviting applications for a Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Resident Services team. This position is unionized and governed by the ONA Collective Agreement.

Compensation, Benefits & Pension

Hourly rate: $59.16 – $70.04 per hour (all recent hires start at the starting rate, in accordance with the ONA Collective Agreement)

- Shift premiums in accordance with the ONA Collective Agreement
- Comprehensive benefits package or percentage in lieu of benefits, where applicable
- Participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Qualifications

- Minimum one year clinical and/or working experience in geriatric, rehabilitation, or long‑term care nursing.
- Leadership knowledge and/or experience considered an asset.
- Certifications in gerontology, mental health, behavioral support, and palliative care are an asset.
- Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class (Primary Health Care or Adult) and entitled to practice.
- Working knowledge of the Long Term Care Act, Program Standards for Long Term Care, Health Disciplines Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food and Drugs Act (Canada), Narcotic Control Act (Canada)



and Coroners Act; being available on site is required.
- Ability to speak Italian is an asset.

Key Responsibilities

- Provide clinical leadership support for the home’s interdisciplinary team to offer proactive screening and assessment, timely episodic care, specialist referrals, follow‑up care, ongoing chronic disease management, palliative and end‑of‑life care.
- Provide leadership and mentoring support to staff to enhance their knowledge, assessment skills and ability to care for residents, optimizing resident health outcomes.
- Provide care for a select group of residents in consultation with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
- Participate in developing and delivering clinical skills education for staff, residents and families.
- Create an organizational environment that supports safety and quality of resident care and life, collaborative practice, and professional growth.
- Maintain current knowledge of care‑related practice, issues and activities at Villa Colombo.
- Collaborate with Nursing Leadership to identify and implement clinical best practices, develop and roll out projects and initiatives, and disseminate evidence‑based literature to employees.
- Provide input into staff performance and implement performance plans.
- Participate in orientation/training to ensure ongoing development of clinical skills and commitment to philosophy, values, policies, and practices.
- Identify, analyze and interpret trends in resident care and qualified nursing practice to determine priorities for educational programming for team members, residents and families.




- Develop linkages with external partners to ensure continuity of care.
- Participate in Quality Committee meetings; lead and support CQI projects and initiatives and implement Clinical Quality Improvement Plans.
- Evaluate outcomes of care and quality programs and recommend changes in consultation with Director of Resident Services, Medical Director, and attending physicians.
- Attend and/or support internal and external committees as required.
- Ensure competencies and clinical practice are within standards, practice guidelines, and policies of the Ministry of Long‑Term Care, Villa Colombo and the College of Nurses.
- Obtain and disseminate information relevant to meeting residents’ needs with appropriate authorization.
- Use expert communication skills to coordinate services between residents, consultants, resources, and referral sources.
- Maintain safety for oneself, clients, families, colleagues, and the workplace.
- Participate in reflective practice per identified college standards.

Additional Requirements

- Successful completion of a Police Vulnerable Sector Check issued within the last six months as a condition of employment.
- Compliance with occupational health, immunization, and screening requirements.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of the position.

Equity, Accessibility & Accommodation

Villa Colombo Toronto is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain stages of the recruitment process. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human decision‑making. All applications are reviewed by a member of our team to ensure fair and equitable consideration.

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