Description:
In collaboration with the Director of Care,
develops the philosophy of nursing, statement of purpose
for nursing services, goals and objectives, policies
and procedures and the description of nursing functions.
In collaboration with the Director of Care, develops
the philosophy of nursing, statement of purpose for
nursing services, goals and objectives, policies
and procedures and the description of nursing functions.
Plans, directs, develops, co-ordinates, implements
and evaluates resident care services. Aligns resident
care services with the defined needs of the internal
and external community. Oversees the financial and
human resource management of the service. Maintains
the service in accordance with legislative and professional
standards. Maintains a liaison with hospital, medical
staff, community and health care related disciplines
and partners to ensure the most effective provision
of care delivery in the facility. Exercises authority
over resident care staff such as; supervises, directs,
evaluates, hires, fires and promotes for the purpose
of ensuring quality care and a safe, effective and
efficient work environment. Ensures the availability
and maintenance of Nursing Department supplies and
equipment to meet the departmental needs in a fiscally
responsible manner.Discusses and collaborates with
the Director of Care on issues relating to Infection
Control and co-ordinates associated monitoring activities
within the facility. Assumes responsibilities of
the Director of Care as required in the absence of
the Director of Care. Is knowledgeable of the Resident
Bill of Rights/Governing Principles and endeavors
to promote it. Ensures resident satisfaction and
continuous quality improvement initiatives are promoted.
Qualifications:
• A Registered Nurse meeting
the requirements to holding a license in the applicable
Province.
• Post RN education in gerontology
or 3 years experience in long-term care.
•
Post RN education in management or 3 years relevant
managerial experience.
• Possession of strong
motivational, team building and time management skills.
•
Is computer literate in Microsoft Word and Excel.
•
Proficiency in a second language is considered an
asset.
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