Myth:

Nurses in Long Term Care are not empowered to make independent decisions as they are pigeon holed into repetitive practices and tasks.

Truth:

Leisureworld maximizes independence and autonomy for nurses who strive for leadership roles.  We offer a take charge environment, the chance to optimize a variety of skills and continuous learning in a challenging and dynamic environment. 

Myth:

Long Term Care delays career progression for nurses, which doesn’t develop their skills.

Truth:

Nurses in Long Term Care are recognized for their contributions through rapid career advancements from entry to high level management positions and they are able to rise above their peers in other health care settings.  Leisureworld nurses have progressed to the following management positions which are not limited to Assistant Director of Care, Director of Care, Administrator and Regional opportunities.

Myth:

Residents in long term care are not physically active and are confined to board games and other non stimulating activities.

Truth:

Long Term Care is envied for its training and deploying innovative restorative, therapeutic and activation techniques to residents which include, but are not limited to: participating in interactive video games, Tai Chi, aromatherapies and social events with live disc jockeys.