SPEP RN

Job Description

A Supervised Practice Experience Partnership (SPEP) RN works as a learner under preceptor supervision for at least  140-450 hours, demonstrating nursing knowledge, skill, judgment, and CNO competencies. This Ontario program helps internationally educated or returning nurses meet requirements, involving patient assessment, medication administration, care planning, and evaluation. 
Key Responsibilities and Details:
Supervised Practice: Performs nursing duties under the guidance of a designated preceptor to safely apply knowledge.
Clinical Care: Completes physical assessments, implements nursing interventions, administers medications, and provides patient-centered care.
Documentation & Evaluation: Completes learning plans, as well as mid-term and final evaluations to demonstrate competence.
Collaboration: Works closely with the healthcare team to align with CNO entry-to-practice standards.
Safety & Ethics: Maintains confidentiality and follows all hospital/facility policies and safety guidelines.
Duration: A minimum of 140 hours to 450 hours, depending on program requirements. 
Qualifications:
Eligible for the SPEP program as determined by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
Registered Nurse (RN) applicant.
Must demonstrate English or French language proficiency.
Ability to work varied shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends). 

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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.​

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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.​