Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Executive Director, the RAI Coordinator supports the coordination, integrity, and oversight of the interRAI LTCF assessment process by ensuring assessment are completed, validated, and submitted in accordance with legislative requirements, CIHI standards, and organizational policy.

The RAI Coordinator acts as the home’s subject matter expert for the interRAI LTCF, supporting accurate, timely, and resident-centred assessment practices that inform care planning, quality improvement, and case-mix classification.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Assessment Coordination & Submission

• Coordinates and monitors completion of all interRAI LTCF assessments within required timelines
• Supports interdisciplinary team participation and collaboration to reflect resident status, preferences, and goals
• Validates assessments prior to locking to ensure accuracy, completeness, and internal consistency
• Confirms Collaborative Action Plans (CAPs) are reviewed and inform care planning prior to finalization
• Submits assessments to CIHI and addresses errors, warnings, and rejections, as applicable
• Conducts routine audits to ensure alignment between clinical documentation, Point of Care (POC) charting, and interRAI coding, with a focus on key areas (e.g., ADLs, mood/behaviours, and clinical treatments), ensuring all assessments are supported by clear, accurate, and defensible clinical documentation.
• Identifies patterns of coding discrepancies and sources of variability across assessors and disciplines, providing feedback to support consistency, data integrity, and reliable case-mix and quality reporting

Clinical Integration & Care Planning

• Supports integration of interRAI LTCF outputs into clinical practice, including care planning, risk identification, and clinical decision-making
• Coordinates interdisciplinary care plan reviews, to support alignment of assessment findings with resident-centred care

Data Analysis & Quality Improvement

• Interprets and analyzes Quality Indicators (QIs), outcome measures, and key clinical data at the resident and home level
• Monitors Case-Mix Index (CMI) and Resource Utilization Groups (RUG-III Plus) and supports understanding of data implications
• Shares insights with leadership and interdisciplinary team members to support quality improvement initiatives
• Participates in organizational quality improvement, risk, and strategic planning activities

Education & Capacity Building

• Acts as a resource and provide education and coaching to interdisciplinary team members on interRAI LTCF coding standards, assessment processes, and use of outputs
• Supports onboarding and ongoing competency development of assessors, including completion of required training and competency evaluations
• Coaches personal care staff on Point of Care (POC) documentation practices to support accurate assessment coding
• Promotes ethical, accurate, and resident centered assessment practices

Systems, Reporting & Liaison

• Serves as the home’s point of contact for interRAI-related processes and data inquiries
• Interprets Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) and internal reports, communicating findings to leadership in a meaningful and actionable way
• Maintains current knowledge of interRAI LTCF standards, CIHI reporting requirements, and applicable legislation

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in long-term care, interRAI experience preferred
• Completion of required interRAI LTCF training and competency evaluation
• Demonstrated knowledge of case-mix systems, including RUG-III Plus methodology
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft Word and Excel, with the ability to manage data, generate reports, and support analysis related to interRAI LTCF assessments
• Proficiency with electronic health record applications, preferably PointClickCare and Point of Care
• Demonstrated ability to lead education sessions and support adult learning
• Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies and data-driven decision-making
• Effective communication and collaboration skills

Time Type:

Full 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.​

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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.

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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.​

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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 an equal opportunity employer committed to respectful and inclusive hiring practices. 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. If you require support during any stage of the process, email us at careers@extendicare.com.

We acknowledge that the care we provide across Canada occurs on lands that have been cared for by many Indigenous peoples for generations. We recognize First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples and their enduring connection to this land, and the importance of respect and cultural safety in the work we do.