Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC), the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible to provide direct resident care and medication administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Health and Wellness standards, policies, and procedures. Complete and ensure residents’ care assessments, service plans, and documentation are up to date and changes are communicated to the DHW/DOC for billings. Assist with scheduling residents’ care conferences and participate in conferences.

Work closely with the DHW/DOC to facilitate residents’ move-ins and transfers. Order, safely store, and administer medications, including narcotics, in compliance with all regulatory requirements and Extendicare policies and procedures. Facilitate and provide resident and family education.

Supervise resident self-medication assessments and audits. Supervise and delegate care and medication administration responsibilities to Unregulated Care Providers in compliance with applicable regulations and Extendicare policies and procedures. Plan, coordinate, manage, and evaluate residents’ care plans in collaboration with residents, substitute decision-makers, physicians, nursing staff, interdisciplinary teams, and contracted service providers.

Coordinate nursing team resident care assignments to ensure productive and timely delivery of services. Respond to and manage significant changes in residents’ conditions and medical emergencies. Act as supervisor and coordinate emergency responses in the absence of the DHW/DOC and Executive Director.

Respond to resident and family concerns and ensure appropriate action is taken or concerns are communicated to the DHW/DOC, Executive Director, and other departments. Assist the DHW/DOC in the coordination, implementation,



and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC), Health and Safety, Clinical Programs, and Quality Plans for the Nursing Department. Coordinate and supervise the scheduling and assignment of nursing students from approved educational institutions.

Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the applicable Province/State.

Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers.

Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community care, complex care, or long-term care is considered an asset. Strong written and verbal communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management, and customer service skills. Demonstrated sound clinical knowledge and ability to delegate responsibilities to unregulated care providers.

Proficiency in computer systems and Microsoft Office applications. Continuous mentorship, support for lifelong learning, and growth opportunities. A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.

Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP). 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 managed, 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 that help people live better. Part 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. 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.

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.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations.

📌 Registered Nurse (RN) Temporary Part Time (12+ months) - Sherwood Court
🏢 Extendicare
📍 Vaughan