Registered Nurse (RN) - Casual - Forest Trail

Extendicare•Peterborough, ON

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC), the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for providing direct resident care, administering medications, and documenting care in compliance with regulatory requirements and Extendicare’s Resident Health and Wellness standards, policies, and procedures. This position starts as casual in our Peterborough LTC home and will transition to full time / part time at our new Forest Trail LTC home in Fall 2026.

Requirements

Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the applicable province/state
Experience working with seniors and Unregulated Care Providers
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated critical thinking, care coordination, time management, and customer-focused approach
Sound clinical knowledge and ability to delegate effectively
Maintains competencies in accordance with regulatory college standards
Proficient in computer use and Microsoft Office applications
Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC/VPS)

Nice To Haves

Knowledge or experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community care, or long-term care

Responsibilities

Complete and ensure residents’ care assessments, service plans, and documentation are current, with changes communicated to the DHW/DOC for billing purposes
Assist with scheduling and participate in residents’ care conferences
Collaborate with DHW/DOC to support resident move-ins and transfers
Order, store, and administer medications (including narcotics) in compliance with regulatory standards and company policies
Provide resident and family education
Oversee resident self-medication assessments and audits
Supervise and delegate care and medication administration to Unregulated Care Providers in accordance with regulations and company policies
Plan, coordinate, manage, and evaluate residents’ care plans in collaboration with residents, substitute decision-makers, physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and service providers
Coordinate nursing team assignments to ensure efficient and timely service delivery
Respond to and manage significant changes in residents’ conditions and medical emergencies
Act as supervisor and lead emergency responses in the absence of the DHW/DOC and Executive Director
Address resident and family concerns, ensuring appropriate action or escalation to leadership
Support the DHW/DOC in implementing and monitoring Infection Prevention & Control, Health & Safety, and Clinical Quality Programs
Coordinate and supervise nursing student placements from approved institutions
Uphold Extendicare’s values, ethics, and Code of Conduct
Perform other duties as assigned