An Extraordinary Opportunity Awaits - V!VA Leaside Opens in 2026!
Would you like to fill your time with meaningful, fulfilling work for Seniors?
Join the exclusive launch team at V!VA Leaside - Toronto's premier luxury retirement residence
Craft a truly exceptional lifestyle experience from the ground up in one of the city's most prestigious neighbourhoods
Join a company that believes in Making Today Great!
Be a part of a distinguished founding team curating an exceptional lifestyle experience for our Community Members from day one
Surround yourself with excellence, compassion, and innovation - and discover why we are Happier Here™!
Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, team meals, vacation, sick pay, and more!
You are a compassionate and experienced nursing professional who is passionate about supporting older adults and helping them live life to the fullest. You believe exceptional care starts with strong relationships, clinical excellence, collaboration, and a commitment to person-centred care.
You are calm under pressure, highly organized, and committed to delivering exceptional wellness care and service. You take pride in supporting Community Members and families, coordinating care, and ensuring wellness services are delivered with professionalism, compassion, and excellence.
As a collaborative Team Member, you embrace V!VA's purpose of Making Today Great! and are committed to creating meaningful experiences for Community Members, families, and fellow Team Members.
At V!VA Retirement Communities, we believe life is meant to be lived with purpose, connection, and joy.
Our mission is simple: Making Today Great!
We create vibrant communities where Community Members can thrive, build meaningful relationships, and enjoy life to the fullest. Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do, bringing compassion, excellence, and a genuine commitment to service every day.
At V!VA, we put people first. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating successes, and creating an environment where Community Members and Team Members alike can thrive.
If you share our passion for exceptional service, meaningful relationships, and making a positive difference in the lives of others, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Wellness Lead (RPN) at V!VA Leaside, you will play an important role in delivering professional nursing care and supporting the overall wellness of our Community Members. Through your clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to exceptional care, you will help ensure Community Members receive safe, high-quality care and service every day.
Reporting to the Wellness Manager, you will provide skilled nursing care, complete assessments, develop Care Plans, administer medications, monitor Community Member health and wellness, and collaborate with families, healthcare professionals, and fellow Team Members to support an exceptional Community Member experience.
In the absence of the Wellness Manager, you will provide guidance and support to non-registered Wellness Team Members to help ensure the continued delivery of safe and effective care.
All care services are delivered in accordance with individualized Care Plans, V!VA policies, professional nursing standards, and applicable legislative and regulatory requirements.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, Care Plans, organizational policies, and professional nursing standards.
- Provide professional nursing care and service to Community Members.
- Conduct Wellness Assessments and monitor Community Member health and wellness.
- Develop, implement, review, and evaluate individualized Care Plans.
- Assess and document changes in Community Member physical, cognitive, emotional, and behavioural health.
- Respond to Community Member emergencies and liaise with Emergency Medical Services when required.
- Provide treatments and skilled nursing care as required.
- Assist Community Members with medical documentation, questions, concerns, and healthcare-related needs.
- Provide health education to Community Members and families.
- Collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, healthcare professionals, families, and fellow Team Members to support Community Member care.
- Coordinate and participate in care conferences as required.
- Receive, transcribe, implement, and communicate prescriber orders in accordance with organizational policies and professional standards.
- Maintain ongoing knowledge of wellness services available within the Community and direct Community Members and families to appropriate supports and resources.
- Communicate effectively with families and Substitute Decision Makers regarding Community Member care and wellness needs.
- Work collaboratively with all departments to support Community Member well-being and service excellence.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation and Community Member health records.
- Conduct audits as required to support regulatory compliance and quality improvement initiatives.
- Support compliance with the Retirement Homes Act, RHRA requirements, professional nursing standards, and V!VA policies and procedures.
- Ensure the safe handling, storage, and documentation of medications, including controlled substances.
- Implement and monitor Infection Prevention and Control practices.
- Participate in continuing education, training, and professional development activities.
- Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and departmental goals.
- Provide guidance and support to Unregulated Care Providers (UCPs) and Personal Support Workers (PSWs) in the absence of the Wellness Manager.
- Assist with the orientation and onboarding of new Wellness Team Members.
- Foster a collaborative and respectful team culture focused on exceptional Community Member care.
- Demonstrate V!VA's Orange Dot Values in every interaction.
- Participate in department meetings, committees, Community activities, and daily Making Today Great meetings.
- Foster positive relationships with Community Members, families, visitors, healthcare partners, and Team Members.
- Complete additional responsibilities and special projects as assigned.
- Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Experience working with older adults.
- Experience in retirement living, long-term care, seniors' care, or a related healthcare environment is considered an asset.
Ability to delegate tasks appropriately while working within a collaborative team environment.
- Strong clinical nursing, assessment, and critical thinking skills.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Experience with electronic health records is considered an asset.
- Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities and adapt to changing situations.
- Commitment to person-centred care and continuous professional development.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgement.
- Able to effectively communicate in verbal and written English.
- Valid CPR/First Aid Certification required.
- Smart Serve Certification is considered an asset.
- Valid Vulnerable Sector Screening (VSS) required.
- Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and move up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to work flexible hours, weekends, and statutory holidays as required.
- Available for call-ins and emergency coverage when required.
V!VA Retirement Communities welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Successful Applicants will be required to show proof of eligibility to work in Canada for the next 6 months.
V!VA Retirement Communities operates within the vulnerable sector and the well-being of our community members and team members is important. For this reason, V!VA Retirement Communities requires all new team members are vaccinated for COVID-19.
Accommodation, including for those who cannot be vaccinated for COVID-19 due to religious or medical reasons, will be provided in accordance with V!VA Retirement’s obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code, as amended from time to time, and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, as amended from time to time.
Additional Information
- Wage: $32.00 per Hour
- We use AI tools in screening applications
- Vacancy Status: New
Now Hiring – V!VA Leaside Opening Team
Join us at our upcoming V!VA Leaside Job Fair
We’re hiring for our newest community opening Fall 2026—and we’d love to meet you.
July 17 & 18 | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Leaside Memorial Community Gardens – William Lea Room
1073 Millwood Rd., Toronto, ON
Walk-ins welcome — bring your resume and your energy!
RSVP: https://viva-retirement-communities.applynow.net.au/jobs/ViVA142510226
Learn more: Leaside Retirement Living | VIVA Retirement Communities
Please note: Due to the anticipated volume of interest, only candidates selected to move forward in the hiring process will be contacted. We kindly ask that you do not send follow-up emails or call regarding the status of your application. Candidate updates will be provided in early August.
