Maple Villa is an independent 93-bed licensed long-term care home located in Burlington, Ontario. Maple Villa is fully accredited by Accreditation Canada and has been providing quality resident and family-focused care since 1971. We continually strive to make a difference, to provide Person and Family-centered care and provide services where safety is a priority.

Our interdisciplinary team are committed about the care for our residents, staff, families and volunteers and are consistently reflecting on practices and areas of improvement to provide exceptional, individualized, culturally competent care to our residents and maintain a solid and dedicated health care team.

We are opening a new Home in January 2027 that will support 256 residents in our community! The new Maple Villa is located on Palladium Way in north Burlington.

Position Summary

Under the direction of and reporting to the Administrator, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides care and services in accordance with established policy, protocols, procedures for health care services. Collaborates with the physician to provide follow up on diagnosed conditions and provides on call support.

The NP collaborates with the resident, family/caregiver, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team in the development, implementation and evaluation of the resident’s care including the residents’ plan of care.

The NP works within their scope of practice in accordance with the legislated requirements of the Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and Ontario Regulation 246/22, Long-Term Care Program Directives, the appropriate sections of the Health Discipline Act, Occupational Health & Safety Act, Pharmacy Act, Food & Drug Act (Canada), Narcotic Control Act (Canada) and other pertinent Federal, Provincial and Municipal Statutes, which influence the operation of the Long -Term Care Home and more specifically the nursing department.

The NP implements a culture focusing on resident and team member experience where we embrace “Better Living” by creating communities where ALL residents, families and staff thrive.

Core Competencies

· Communication (written and verbal)

· Can translate best practices and research into clinical care

· Leadership

· Analytical decision making and problem solving

· Negotiation

· Assertiveness

· Objectivity

· Adaptability/Flexibility

· Organization and planning

· Ability to encourage change

· Continuous Learning

Qualifications

● Must possess a current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class, and entitled to practice

● Postgraduate education in gerontology (an asset)

● Specialty certification in gerontological nursing (an asset)

● Post graduate certification in palliative care (an asset)

● Experience in Mental Health Nursing (an asset)

● Must be computer literate

● Multilingual facility (an asset).

Hours of Work

· Available 7 days per week

· Flexible schedule

· Provides on call support as part of physician/NP on call schedule

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Resident Relations

● Provides comprehensive primary care to residents as part of the interdisciplinary health care team.

● In collaboration with the Attending Physicians, performs a person-centered health assessment of residents on admission (including a comprehensive health history and best possible medication history), annually and as needed (including quarterly medication reviews).

● Engages with the resident / family / substitute decision maker (SDM) in regular dialogue about their care plan.

● Participates in care conferences.

● Manages the care of residents by providing pharmacological, complementary, non-pharmacologic and/or other interventions within the scope of practice for NPs.

● Provides leadership to the interdisciplinary team in the provision of resident centered o palliative and end-of-life care, including pain and symptom management, and,

o dementia care including responsive behavior management

● Provides clinical leadership to the nursing team within the home for care of the medically complex resident.

● Collaborates with residents to develop a person-centered plan of care.





● Liaises with discharge planning services for hospitalized residents to ensure a smooth transition back to the residence.

● Represents the Home on designated health system partner committees as requested and applicable.

Leadership

● Provides clinical leadership within the home.

● Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives focusing on the key publicly reported quality indicators.

● Provides leadership in developing and implementing strategies to optimize the integration of illness and injury prevention, health promotion, health maintenance, rehabilitation and restorative care activities.

● Teaching and coaching:

a) Provides formal and informal teaching and coaching in the management of clinical care to the interdisciplinary team members, serving as resource person, educator and role model.

b) Contributes to the performance appraisals of registered nursing staff.

c) Participates in identifying, analyzing and interpreting trends in resident care outcomes and skilled nursing practice issues to determine priorities for educational programming.

d) Promotes knowledge development of clinical staff by integrating best practices in resident care.

e) Contributes to planning, implementing and evaluating learning resources and health education programs for residents, families and SDMs.

f) Mentors unregulated health care staff; provide training and education in the care of complex residents.

Operational & Administration

● Is a member of the primary care team and seeks appropriate consultation as required.

● Increases continuity of care through collaboration, consultation and referral, as appropriate:

● Collaborates and consults with physicians, the Director of Care the interdisciplinary team and other internal/external members of the health care team regarding resident plan of care.

a) Assists, supports, guides and provides consultation to the Director of Care and other members of the interdisciplinary team regarding complex clinical situations.

b) Makes referrals to specialized consultants, services and other health care providers.

● Orders and/or performs appropriate screening and diagnostic investigations, interpreting results and assuming responsibility for follow-up.

● Diagnoses acute and chronic health conditions.

● Documents clinical data, assessment findings, diagnoses, plans of care, therapeutic interventions, resident responses and clinical rationale in a timely and accurate manner.

● Participates in providing after hours and on-call coverage in accordance with the on-call policy of the residence.

● Participates in creating an organizational environment that supports safety and quality of resident care and life, collaborative practice, and professional growth.

● Participates in internal (e.g. Professional Advisory Committees, Quality Council) and external health system partner committees.

● Identifies, develops and implements practice innovations, in collaboration with the residence’s senior leadership team.

● Participates with the senior leadership team in program planning to meet the needs of short and long- term residents and of residents of varying age groups.

Regulatory Compliance

● Demonstrates an understanding of the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021and Ontario Regulation 246/22.

● Participates in accreditation as required.

● Practices in accordance with applicable standards and regulations of a Nurse Practitioner under the College of Nurses of Ontario; maintains good standing with the College on an annual basis.

● Demonstrates understanding of privacy and confidentiality as defined by PHIPA.

● Acts in a professional manner, consistent with CNO expectations, the written agreement between the NP and the residence, and the Home’s policies and code of conduct.





● Has an awareness and understanding of the complexity of long-term care in Ontario including the multiple legislative bodies that oversee long-term care homes.

● Demonstrates understanding of workplace safety. Understands and follows all health and safety policies and procedures. Works safely to reduce the risk of injury to self, other staff members and residents.

● Assists in the completion of any required reports for the Ministry of Long-Term Care with respect to the NP funding initiative.

Other

● Research:

a) Engages in evidence-informed practice by critically appraising and applying relevant research, and theory in providing health-care services.

b) Identifies and implements research-based innovations for improving resident care.

c) Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and/or community to identify research opportunities and to conduct and/or support research.

d) Acts as a change agent through knowledge translation and dissemination of new knowledge that may include formal presentations, publications, informal discussions, the development of best practices, policies and procedures.

The duties and responsibilities outlined above are representative but not all-inclusive.

Special Demands:

Behavioural:

● Participates as a team player and collaborates with physicians, clinicians and other departments

● Must possess patience and tact dealing with resident’s needs, families and dealing with multiple demands at one time

● Must be organized and able to set priorities

● Must have a genuine interest in the care of the elderly and vulnerable adults

Ethical:

· Practices in a professional manner

· Commits to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment

· Values diversity and respects the rights of individuals regardless of background, identity or experience

· Demonstrates honesty and integrity in all work dealings

· Maintains confidentiality

Working Conditions:

Physical Effort:

Constant Standing and Walking

Meeting resident needs throughout the Home

Pushing, Turning, Stooping, Bending,

Reaching And Lifting

Assisting residents with their care and treatment

Working with equipment

Finger/Hand Dexterity

Using equipment and aides

Sensory:

Visual And Hearing Acuity

Detecting changes in residents’ conditions

Smell

Detecting odours in setting

Reading

Reports, memos, charting, minutes, manuals

Listening

Verbal reports, instructions

Resident communication, conferring with staff, families, physicians, clinicians

Concentration

Constant interruptions

Mental Stress:

Peacekeeping Role

With residents, families and interdisciplinary team members

Unpredictability Of Events

Crisis intervention, multiple demands

Expectations

Meeting daily workload within allotted time

Public Relations

Community students, residents and families

Occupational Risks

Exposure To Chemicals, Infections The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Posting & Recruitment Disclosure

This is a new position within Maple Villa Long-Term Care Centre.

Maple Villa LTCC may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. AI does not make hiring decisions on behalf of Maple Villa. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by members of our team.

Maple Villa Long Term Care Center is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations are available upon request for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.

Pay: $130,000.00-$137,957.04 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match

Application question(s):
- Do you possess a current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse in the Extended Class, and are you entitled to practice?
- Do you have postgraduate education in gerontology and/or palliative care?

Experience:
- Long term care: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Nurse Practitioner (Burlington)
🏢 Maple Villa Long Term Care
📍 Burlington