St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke is a not for profit 221 bed long-term care residence that features high quality living in a home like environment. "Privacy, dignity and caring" is the philosophy we live by. If you are an individual who values Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility and Excellence then we would like to hear from you!!

Thrive Group is also excited to say that we are certified as one of Canada's Great Places to Work® as well as:

• Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada (2024)
• Named on the Best Workplaces for Giving Back list (2023)

We are currently hiring a Director of Clinical Practice to join our team. This position will offer you a competitive wage, paid orientation and on-going professional development opportunities. 

It is a requirement for this position to be registered as a Nurse Practitioner or in the process of being registered in the CNO's extended class.

Position Summary:

As a member of the St. Peter’s Residence Leadership Team, and working closely with the Director of Nursing (DON), the Director of Clinical Practice provides clinical leadership to SPR nursing department and work closely with the Nurse Practitioner (NP) teams across Thrive Group.  This position works in close collaboration with Nursing, Medical, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure excellence in care for residents living within the organization’s LTC homes.  This position is responsible for the continued development of clinical programs, including planning, evaluation, review, and directing such programs at SPR in alignment with other Thrive Group organizations.  The position arranges for external specialist consultations and provides communication to hospitals, health providers and other inter-professional teams as required.  Researches and promotes innovative best practice approaches to support knowledge acquisition and on-going professional development within the nursing teams and collaborate with the DON

Employment Guide:

• A post-graduate degree in nursing, preferably at a Master’s level. 
• Current Nurse Practitioner Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario in the Extended Class - member in good standing required.
• A minimum of five years of experience in LTC, Community or Primary Care setting. 
• Previous experience working with seniors and/or people with disabilities within a 24/7 environment preferred. 
• Must be familiar and have a working knowledge of electronic documentation health records software.
• Familiarity with MS Office applications, Point Click Care, and RAI-MDS is advantageous. 
• Prior knowledge of the Ontario Health Care system; Retirement Homes Act and Regulations; Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA); and Excellent Care for All Act desirable. 
• Must have the ability to act as a role model and influence others; foster effective team work; and lead by example.
• Evidence of critical thinking and superior organizational skills must be evident. 
• Must have advanced skills in building and maintaining working relationships with all members of the health care teams and community partners with the ability to work in a collaborative practice model. 
• Must have solid analytical; verbal and written communication and report writing skills. 
• Must be able to give and take direction and build strong relationships with residents, employees, family members and the general public.  
• Superior problem-solving skills and ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment required. 
• A valid driver’s license is required as well as successful completion of a Police Check, Vulnerable Screening Check and Medical clearance.  

Job Type: Full-Time, 37.5 hours a week

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email hr@thrivegroup.ca