Job Description
Nursing Student (SPEP)
Key Responsibilities:
Under the supervision of a Licensed Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse:
• 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 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 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;
• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to
ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare’s Code of Conduct;
• Report to registered staff any risk issues identified immediately.
• To complete all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• Successful completion of a nursing education program designed to prepare you for the
type of nursing (RN, RPN ) in Ontario.
• Registered Nurse - An approved Canadian university baccalaureate degree in nursing
• Registered Practical Nurse - An approved Ontario college diploma program in practical
nursing
• Registration Examination - Must successfully complete the registration examination
approved by the College for the type of nursing you want to practise.
• Jurisprudence Examination - Must successfully complete either the RN/RPN
Jurisprudence Examination or the NP Jurisprudence Examination.
• Authorization to Work - Must provide proof of your citizenship, residency status, or
authorization to practise nursing in Ontario before you can register as a nurse in Ontario.
• Past Offences and Findings - Must truthfully state whether you have ever been found
guilty of an offence, refused registration, had a finding related to the practice of nursing
or another profession against you, or are involved in certain proceedings.
• Health and Conduct - Must declare whether you suffer from any physical or mental
condition or disorder that could affect your ability to practise nursing in a safe manner.
The College must also be satisfied that you will practise with decency, honesty and
integrity, and in accordance with the law.
What Extendicare has to offer:
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to
reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and
recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the
lives of others through your work.
• Employee Family Assistance Program.
• Robust benefits package.
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 under
Time Type
Full time
Compensation Details
$39.13 - $59.23
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.