DIRECTOR OF CARE

Overview

Lead nursing team to deliver safe, high-quality resident care and compliance in long-term care.

Key Responsibilities

• supply management
• safety management
• care assessment
• risk management
• staff mentoring
• team collaboration

Tasks

-Effectively manages utilization of nursing supplies. -Initiates investigative and corrective actions related to occupational health and safety. works with WSIB claims and return to work plans (preferred). -Maintains a system of care assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation at the resident and unit program level. -Assumes responsibility for the nursing department. -Leads in the coordination and implementation of best practices and risk management initiatives related to resident care needs and the Home. -Presents an active presence/mentoring staff and overseeing the provision of quality care. -Collaboratively works with various members of the team to accomplish goals.

Requirements

• rn registration
• 3+ years
• supervisory
• cpr
• ohs
• evidence-based

What You Bring

-Knowledge of evidence-based practices and/or, if there are none, prevailing practices -Able to initiate investigations/CIS’s/follow up with staff/families initiated to ensure risks are identified/addressed with interventions/documentation updated/ongoing diligence with Home/MOL is completed as per the regulations. -All applicants must successfully complete a Vulnerable Sector Check completed within 6 months of hire date -Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse in a long-term care setting. -Understanding of Occupational Health & Safety concepts and requirements -Understanding of human resource and financial management -TB skin test or Chest X-ray - completed within 1 year of hire date -Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario. -Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a Supervisory role within a long-term care setting. -Is knowledgeable concerning the MOH Regulations and the FLTC Act. -Ability to meet budgetary goals (budget restraints). -Current C.P.R. designation is required -Degree/Diploma in Nursing as a Registered Nurse.

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About Southbridge Care Homes

-Southbridge Care Homes is dedicated to offering compassionate care for seniors across Canada. -With a growing network of facilities, they focus on both long-term and short-term residential care. -Their homes are designed to provide a supportive and enriching environment for seniors, fostering a sense of community and well-being. -The company has a strong history of growth, steadily expanding its presence and services to meet the needs of an aging population. -Southbridge is known for creating innovative care solutions, integrating modern healthcare practices with a focus on personalized attention. -Their facilities are equipped to handle a range of care needs, including those requiring specialized dementia or rehabilitation services. -The company's commitment to high-quality care and attention to individual needs sets them apart in the senior care industry.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-must complete a vulnerable sector check within 6 months of hire date. -must have a tb skin test or chest x-ray completed within 1 year of hire date.