Job Description Full job description Description Reporting to the Director of Care, the Associate Director of Care in collaboration with the Director of Care, is responsible for developing the philosophy of nursing, statement of purpose for nursing services, goals and objectives, policies and procedures and the description of nursing functions. Key Responsibilities In collaboration with the Director of Care: To plan, direct , develop, co-ordinate, implement and evaluate resident care services; To align resident care services with the defined needs of the internal and external community; To oversee the financial and human resource management aspects of the Nursing department; To maintain the nursing department in accordance with legislative and professional standards; To maintain a liaison with hospital, medical staff, community and health care related disciplines and partner to ensure the most effective provision of care delivery in the home; To hire, direct, supervise, evaluate, promote or terminate care staff; To ensure quality care and a safe, effective and efficient work environment; To ensure the availability and maintenance of Nursing Department supplies and equipment to meet the departmental needs in a fiscally responsible manner; To discuss and collaborate with the Director of Care on issues relating to Infection Control and co-ordinate associated monitoring activities within the home; To assume responsibilities of the Director of Care as required in their absence; To be knowledgeable of the Resident Bill of Rights/Governing Principles and endeavor to promote it; To ensure resident satisfaction and continuous quality improvement initiatives are promoted; To work in a position of trust with vulnerable adults (residents); To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in Extendicare's Code of Conduct; To complete other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum of one (1) year of experience working as a Registered Nurse/ Registered Practical Nurse in the long-term care sector Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse/ Registered Practical Nurse in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a health care setting Current registration as a Registered Nurse/ Registered Practical Nurse with the applicable Provincial licensing body is required Bachelor or Master of Nursing preferred Current CPR designation is required Demonstrated leadership and communication skills Professional competencies related to life-long learning, public relations and health environment awareness Possession of strong motivational, team building and time management skills Must be computer literate in Microsoft Office Suite Proficiency in a second language is considered an asset Must provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain one Time Type: Full time When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences. If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request. Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes. Our Mission “Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance. Our Vision Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Our Values At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us. Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations. Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents. Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others. Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers. Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication. Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.
