Registered Nurse_FT-Contract

Title of Job: Registered Nurse
Date: February 13, 2026
Closing Date: March 1, 2026
Location: Toronto, ON - North Toronto Seniors Services - Pine Villa
Compensation: $81,607 - $95,832 Annually Prorated
Contract Duration: 12-Month Contract
Work Type: Onsite
Job ID: 10603257
Existing or New Positions: Existing

Who We Are:
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complex issues such as mental and physical health challenges, substance use challenges, poverty and homelessness. Serving 20,573 annually and providing 1,856 units of supportive housing last year, LOFT is one of Ontario’s largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice™ Award (NEOC) recipient.

Job Summary:
As the Registered Nurse for the Right Place of Care and Pine Villa programs, the RN will be part of an interdisciplinary team, who is expected to ensure the safety and security of the resident environment, to practice in accordance with College of Nurses of Ontario professional standards, and the policies and procedures as defined by LOFT Community Services. The RN will hold a unique and highly independent
role as the clinical lead in an innovative practice setting. Right Place of Care is an initiative funded by the Toronto Central Local Health Integration Network for LOFT to provide all personal support services within specific LOFT program sites across the city.

The RN will lead a team of Registered Practical Nurses to ensure that applicable delegated or controlled acts are safely and consistently delivered by Personal Support Workers (PSWs). The RN will be responsible for working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, lead clinical supervision of clients in the program; and providing training and leadership around the physical, cognitive, mental health and
social/recreational needs of older adults and seniors in a way that enhances their dignity and personal empowerment.

The RN is directly responsible for clinical assessment and monitoring of client needs for those referred to the RPOC and Pine Villa programs, assigning and monitoring controlled act delegation activities between RPNs and PSWs, and providing training and supervision to PSWs in the performance of delegated and controlled acts.

What You Will Do:

Conduct clinical assessments and develop nursing care plans for those served by the program.

For RPOC clients would provide oversight, training and monitoring of delegated acts across at least 6 LOFT locations in the TC LHIN, providing timely and accurate record keeping and reports as required.

Monitor RPNs’ nursing practice in collaboration with LOFT Program Directors and provide, in specific cases, direct nursing care with medications as defined by the College of

Nursing Practice including –
administration of medications through oral, subcutaneous, topical, natural body orifices, intracutaneous, tubing routes transcribing medical orders as given by physicians in writing or by telephone administration of routine medications including narcotics administration of routine p.r.n. medications, effect of such and identify when the order needs to be adjusted maintains security of medication system and storage orders medications as required and maintains MAR system follows all policy and procedures as outlined by the Pharmacy

Assign and monitor delegation activities between RPNs and PSWs.

Provide training and supervision to PSWs in the performance of delegated and controlled acts for clients where direct RN involvement is most appropriate.

Provide advice, coaching and support to staff regarding medical/healthcare questions and concerns where appropriate.

Develop respectful and trusting relationships with clients using Recovery and Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles.

Maintain strict confidentiality and follow all other required policies and procedures.

Consistently interact with clients, staff, family members, other community agencies and partners in a professional manner that reflects favourably on LOFT Community Services.

Liaise, collaborate and coordinate with other professionals, service providers and partners within Enhanced

Specialized Assisted Living Program and Right Place of Care.

Attend and actively participate in all required training.

Serve as back up to Registered Practical Nurses, as required.

Follows standard infection control practices and enhanced precautions as instructed.

Effectively participate as a member of the LOFT Team; attend staff/team meetings, client care conferences, other meetings etc. as required.

Complete other duties, from time to time, as assigned by the Director.

What You Bring:

Registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario, RNAO member.

University undergraduate degree in Nursing

Minimum of three years’ experience in home and community-based nursing

Experience with vulnerable older adults and seniors with serious mental illness, cognitive, addiction and responsive behavioural challenges who have been longer term hospital patients

An understanding of recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation principles and the therapeutic
relationship

Experience delegating controlled nursing acts (e.g. Gtubes, wound care, diabetes management, mechanical lifts, etc.) to unregulated health care providers

Demonstrated ability to use knowledge transfer techniques to support practice delegation and good understanding of learning needs of unregulated care providers and interdisciplinary point of care providers

Strong clinical practices with ability to champion evidence-based best practices

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and problem-solve complex clinical situations

Clear general understanding of the continuum of care in the community sector, the Ontario health system and knowledge of social services and community resources and supports for adults and seniors

Able to recognize safety issues, follow safe work practices, advocate for client care and safety concerns

First Aid and CPR certification

Self-directed, results oriented and capable of working independently as well as in a team environment.

Ability to collaborate with other members of circle of care to solve problems and meet client needs

Demonstrated commitment to modelling lifelong learning and professional growth

Good oral and written skills.

Excellent computer skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Ability to communicate in a different language, an asset.

Understanding of cultural competency and anti-oppression framework.

Reflective of a multi-barriered group, as serviced by the program, a strong asset.

Work Environment:

Physically able to perform demanding body mechanics (i.e. lifting, transferring, Hoyer, etc.)

Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required.

Physically able to perform occasional client transfers in the home (as part of the assessment process).

Extensive travel is involved and use of own vehicle is necessary

What We Offer:

E-learning program available all year round

Starting vacation time above minimum standard,

Additional paid personal and paid sick days

Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career

Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness

Access to Perkopolis, a comprehensive corporate discount program

Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
LOFT Community Services is a values-driven organization with a deep belief that each person has the ability to grow and change. We value compassion, collaboration, and community delivered with dignity, innovation, and excellence. LOFT’s vision is that together, we can all live successfully in our community. Our client population reflects Ontario’s diverse community and it is LOFT’s goal to build a workforce who also reflects that diversity. LOFT believes there are many ways to develop skills and build experience and expertise. So even if you don’t “tick all the boxes” but think you’d thrive in this role, you are encouraged to apply.

Note:

A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.

This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position