Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN)
**We are hiring staff for our new home Forest Trail in Peterborough, On. To be opened in Q3 2026**
This position is for our Forest Trail Home, located in 514 Deline St. Peterborough, ON K9K 1T3.
*** 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***
Mission
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.
Key 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
Qualifications
Current registration as a Registered Nurse in the applicable province/state
Experience working with seniors and Unregulated Care Providers
Knowledge or experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community care, or long-term care (preferred)
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)
Why Join Extendicare
At Extendicare, we believe that teamwork creates an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We value our employees, support career growth, and celebrate achievements.
As part of our team, you can expect:
Ongoing mentorship and support for continuous learning
Opportunities for career advancement within the organization
A meaningful and rewarding work environment
Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
Comprehensive benefits package
About Extendicare
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 high-quality care to meet the needs of a growing senior population. Our services include:
A network of long-term care homes (owned and managed)
Over 11 million hours of home healthcare services annually
Group purchasing services supporting approximately 150,000 beds across Canada
With nearly 30,000 dedicated team members, Extendicare is passionate about helping people live better through quality care and services.
Time Type:
Part 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.
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.
