Job Description 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. • 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. • Adhere to responsibilities and requirements for reporting adverse resident occurrences subject to regulatory and legislative direction. 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.
