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Director of Nursing (C)

Employer
Hampton Terrace Care Centre
Location
Burlington, Ontario
Closing date
Feb 1, 2023

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Discipline
Registered Nurse
Work Setting
Other - Work Setting
Area of Practice
Management / Director / Executive
Hours
Full-time
Director of Nursing (Maternity Leave 1 year contract)

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Administrator, the Director of Nursing is responsible for the efficient operations of the Nursing Department in a 101-bed home, and in keeping compliance with the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021; Reg.246/22 and other pertinent legislation affecting the efficient operation of the nursing department.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to;
  • Overseeing all nursing-related issues in the Long Term Care Home.
  • Manages and provides leadership to the nursing department. Maintain and implement nursing policy and procedure manuals and work routine for the nursing department including mission philosophy of care, goals and objectives, CQI program, mandatory programs, and annual program evaluations in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Supervises the medication administration program, monitoring drugs and narcotics to ensure their control and safekeeping.
  • Assists staff in resident care in times of emergency to instruct staff on improving care methods or when assistance is required by staff.
  • Coordinates the ordering, inventory management, distribution, and appropriate and safe use of supplies and equipment for the nursing department.
  • Maintains an active presence in the home to ensure the safety and quality of service provision, adherence to policies and procedures, and the effectiveness of systems and processes.
  • Implements risk management-related activities for the nursing department to optimize resident safety and mitigate risk related to training, equipment, systems and processes, regulations and legislation.
  • Ensures compliance with clinical documentation and care planning procedures and various applicable college standards.
  • Manages human resources, mentor, and develop managers and staff. Directs and provides leadership for the activities and coaching of direct reports, providing work direction, setting priorities, assigning tasks/projects, determining methods and procedures to be used, resolving problems, ensuring results are achieved, and managing staff recruitment, performance, and skill development activities. As well as, recruitment, grievances and labour relations issues.
  • Ensures Occupational Health & Safety policies, programs and practices are implemented and maintained. Ensure goods and services are acquired in accordance with the procurement policy.
  • Meets with residents, and/or families to resolve concerns related to the nursing department.
  • Supports the other managers and Administrator in the Long Term Care Home as needed, in projects and initiatives aimed at improving resident care standards and the operation of the Home.
  • In absence of the Administrator, provides management support.
  • Manages various contracts related to the nursing department. Consults with professional staff and agencies to deliver the appropriate services to meet the nursing department's needs.

Education and Training Requirements:
  • Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered Nurse.
  • Post-Secondary graduate studies in nursing, nursing administration or geriatrics an asset.
  • At least 3 years of current related experience in a Long Term Care Home.
  • At least 3 years of current related experience in management.
  • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills is preferred.
  • Knowledge of the Ministry of Health and FLTCA, 2021 and Regulations; Occupational Health and Safety Act; and the Accreditation Process.
Special Requirements:
  • Must be vaccinated or willing to be vaccinated for Covid-19 as required.


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