Job Description

Position Title: Nurse Practitioner (GAIN)

Position Type: Temporary Full-time Contract until June 26, 2026 (Maternity Leave Coverage)

Salary: $66.54 to $70.00/hr

Work Hours: 35 hours a week, Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm, includes home visits

Position Reports to: Senior Manager, Integrated Care and Experience

Primary Location: Oshawa (with flexibility to transition to/work at other sites as required)

Job Summary: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner specializing in GAIN (Geriatric Assessment and Intervention Network) or RGP (Regional Geriatric Program) to join our client’s team, a leading healthcare provider in the Durham region. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in geriatric care and the ability to provide comprehensive assessments for elderly patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducting comprehensive geriatric assessments, including client interviews, physical exams, and ordering diagnostic tests.
• Providing direct patient care focused on health promotion and safety for frail seniors at home.
• Developing and implementing care goals and treatment plans for complex cases, in collaboration with the GAIN Community Team.
• Prescribing medications, ordering treatments, and coordinating care delivery with the healthcare team.
• Monitoring client goals and outcomes, participating in case discussions, and providing outreach assessment and case management services.
• Preparing comprehensive reports and maintaining client documentation.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding aging, health maintenance, and disease prevention.
• Utilize EMR software to proficiently to manage patient information and referrals.
• Work closely with the Geriatric unit, Regional Geriatric Program (RGP), or Geriatric Assessment & Intervention (GAIN) team to ensure coordinated and effective care.

Qualifications:

• Valid Nurse Practitioner license (RN - Extended Class)
• 3-5 years experience caring for complex geriatric patients
• Experience working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
• Experience working with patients with cognitive impairment and dementia related symptoms
• Experience in a GAIN team, Regional Geriatric Program, Long Term Care preferred
• Current Certificate of Competence with the college of Nurse of Ontario. Geriatric training and certificated such as P.I.E.C.E.S., Montessori and G.P.A assets.
• Able to drive with access to a vehicle to conduct home visits, as needed (mileage is reimbursed)

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