Job Description Mission: Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC), the Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for the effective management of nursing practices in accordance with regulatory requirements, professional best practice standards and in adherence with organizational policies and procedures. The RN has a significant role in promoting the health and safety of Residents, while providing the highest level of quality care. Key Outcomes: • Living core values of Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence • Adheres to organizational standards as they relate to continuous quality improvement and through the provision of a holistic Resident centered, multidisciplinary care approach. • Cultivates collaborative relationships with staff, residents and families. Key Responsibilities: • To assess, develop and evaluate Resident care needs and ensure accurate and current health records, clinical assessments and documentation. • To assist with the coordination of and participation in Resident care conferences. • To work closely with DOC to facilitate residents’ move in and transfers. • Assess the physical health of Residents and use clinical judgment to determine the need for further assessment or referral to external health providers. • To order and safe keep drugs and narcotics and administer in compliance with all regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures. • Communicate with Residents and families about changes in health status and provide health teaching as required. • Administer medication and treatments as scheduled, supervise and delegate care to Unregulated Care Providers where applicable and in accordance with applicable regulations and organizational policies and procedures. • Complete assessments where required, initiate /develop or revise the plan of care as applicable and evaluate outcomes in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, including the resident/substitute decision maker, physician and any contracted service providers. • Coordinate resident care assignments to ensure efficient and timely delivery of care services. • Respond to and manage significant changes in residents’ condition and or medical emergencies. • Act as a supervisor and coordinate emergency response in absence of DOC and Executive Directors. • Respond to resident/family concerns and ensure appropriate action taken and or concern communicated to DOC/Executive Director and other departments. • Assist the DOC in the coordination, implementation and monitoring of Infection Prevention and Control, Health and Safety and Clinical Programs and Quality Plans for the Nursing Department. • Coordinate and supervise the scheduling and assignment of nursing students from approved education institutions. Spruce-LTC • Plan, directly supervise and evaluate the work of nursing staff on the assigned unit. • Monitor performance and conduct Performance appraisals and provide feedback and share with DOC. • Uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Code of Conduct. • To complete all other tasks as assigned. Required Education, Credentials and Experience: • Current registration as a Registered Nurse in applicable Province/State • Experience working with seniors and unregulated care providers. • Education and experience in gerontology, rehabilitation, community/complex/long term care an asset. • Must possess strong written and oral communication, critical thinking, care coordination, time management and customer focus skills. • Must have demonstrated sound clinical knowledge and ability to delegate to unregulated care providers. • Must maintain competencies as per the governing College standards. • Skills in use of computer and Microsoft Office applications • Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/Sector Screening (VPS). Core Competencies: • Accountability: Takes ownership and holds self and others accountable to deliver high quality, timely and cost-effective results. • Business Acumen: Understands financial and operational aspects and implications that are essential to achieve superior business results. • Coaching & Developing Talent: Building capability of self, individuals and teams by engaging in feedback, coaching, learning and development. Building capability of self, individuals and teams by engaging in feedback, coaching, learning and development. • Customer Focus: Keeping the customer in mind to deliver the highest possible quality of care, service and choices. • Execution Excellence: Optimizes available resources and pursues implementation to consistently achieve exceptional outcomes. • Innovative Thinking: Identifies, develops and implements new and innovative solutions to enhance opportunity, efficiency and quality. • Teamwork and Collaboration: Inspires and fosters a team environment and works collaboratively to achieve business goals and objectives. Time Type: Part 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.
