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44 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)
CA$17.07/hr · p10p90 · CA$131/hr
this role: CA$32.00/hrmedian CA$29.80/hr
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 118 posted operations roles in Ontario rates. This role sits in the 69th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 7% above the Ontario median for operations roles.
The RPN is responsible for managing the quality of nursing practice and providing direct clinical care to residents in a long-term care setting. This includes implementing care plans, administering medications, and coordinating with an inter-professional team to ensure resident well-being.
Job Description
The RPN will enhance the effective management and quality of nursing practice daily in keeping with the standards and expectations set out by governing bodies and internal policies and standards of care.
Key Responsibilities
To work as a member of the inter-professional team as described by Extendicare's Professional Practice Model applying the person-centered approach to care;
To complete and ensure resident’s clinical care assessments, care/service plans and documentation are accurate, up to date and changes communicated as required;
To implement and evaluate the effectiveness of the care/service plans and make changes as required;
To assist with scheduling of resident’s care conferences and participate in conferences where applicable;
To work closely with the Director of Care to facilitate resident’s move in, move out and transfers;
To provide direct resident care and medication/ treatment administration and document care in compliance with regulatory and Extendicare Resident Care standards and policies and procedures;
To process the orders and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements, scope of practice and Extendicare policies and procedures;
To facilitate and provide resident/family education;
To plan, coordinate, manage & evaluate the resident’s care plan working with the resident/substitute decision maker, physicians, nursing & interdisciplinary team and contracted service providers;
To coordinate nursing team’s resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of services to residents;
To respond to and manage significant changes in resident’s condition and or medical emergencies; provide emergency first aid;
To teach, delegate to, and direct unregulated care providers;
To coordinate emergency response in the absence of Director of Care & Wellness;
To respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to Director of Care / Executive Director and other departments;
To follow and assist the Director of Care in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality/Safety Plans for the Nursing Department;
Requirements
Candidates must be a Registered Practical Nurse capable of managing clinical assessments and emergency responses. The role requires the ability to delegate to unregulated care providers and adhere to regulatory nursing standards.
professional certificate
Care Planning
Delegation
Medication Administration
Emergency Response
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Nursing Practice Standards
Patient Documentation
Resident Education
Infection Prevention and Control
Clinical Care Assessment
Benefits
Career Growth Opportunities
Health Benefits
Financial Well-being Support
Posting details
Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
CA$32 - CA$35/hr
Location
Kincardine, Ontario
Posted
May 6, 2026
Application
Employer website
To complete all other duties as assigned.
Time Type: Part time
Compensation details
$32.00 - $34.63
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 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.
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.
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 committed to fostering an accessible, inclusive, and equitable hiring process. We gladly accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of recruitment and selection upon request.
Market context
Ontario operations roles need practical coordination
Operations roles in Ontario often draw steady interest because employers need people who can keep services running smoothly and support families and children. These roles are competitive when candidates bring human services experience, traditional cultural knowledge, and the required logistics such as a valid Class G licence, a personal vehicle, and a clear vulnerable sector check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit against the original posting before applying.
