Description:
Current registration as a Registered Nurse
with the applicable Provincial license body is required
as well as the successful completion of Nursing Unit
Administrator Program, BSCN or equivalent and a program
in Gerontology or equivalent. A minimum of t...
Current registration as a Registered Nurse with
the applicable Provincial license body is required
as well as the successful completion of Nursing Unit
Administrator Program, BSCN or equivalent and a program
in Gerontology or equivalent.
A minimum of three
years relevant experience in organizational management
and/or long-term care. Current C.P.R. designation
required.
Professional competencies related to
communication, life-long learning, public relations
and health environment awareness.
Proficiency
in a second language is considered an asset.
Key Responsibilities
Plans, directs, co-ordinates
and supervises the overall nursing program for residents
within the facility.
Co-ordinates and promotes
the interdisciplinary approach within the facility
through the Nursing, Dietary, Activation, Environmental
Service and Administrative Departments.
Review
all resident applications for admission to determine
appropriate level of care. Liases with the CCAC and
families for appropriate placement. Assists with
processing of admission and discharge papers.
Implements and monitors controls and safekeeping
of drugs and narcotics. Supervises the drug administration
program including the administration of medication
by all registered staff.
Directs and monitors
the maintenance of health care records to ensure
promote compliance with regulations and quality care
for the resident.
Participates in Care Conferences
as appropriate, meets with residents' family to resolve
problems/ concerns/complaints.
Assists the Administrator
by collaborating with the Medical Advisor to ensure
that medical attention and records are in compliance
with regulations.
Hires, orients, schedules,
supervises and evaluates the performance of nursing
personnel. This includes use of the disciplinary
process in conjunction with Administrator.
Assists
the Administrator in ensuring staff are knowledgeable
about Resident Bill of Rights and Health and Safety
Standards. Monitors and reviews resident care staff
compliance with all facility policies and procedures,
including safety rules and safe working practices.
Complies with all relevant Provincial and Federal
Acts and Regulations, i.e. Nursing Home Act, Health
Disciplines Act, Human Rights Code, Labour Relations
Act, WSIB, College of Nurses Standards, Regulated
Health Profession Act., and other applicable Provincial/National
legislation.
Assists the Administrator with budget
preparation and implementation for the Nursing Department.
Participates in the review process by regulatory
bodies including Compliance Advisors. Investigates
complaints.
Co-ordinates and monitors the Infection
Control Program for the Nursing Department.
Assumes
administrative duties as required in the Administrator's
absence.
Complete job description is available
on request.
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