Assistant Director of care, Job offer in St. Catharines, Ontario

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the DOC in the implementation and evaluation of the nursing department quality improvement initiatives, risk management systems, data collection and analysis, report writing, procedural updates;
• Takes the lead in the coordination and implementation of best practice and risk management initiatives related to resident care (i.e. falls, restraint use, wound management, Infection Control)
• Effectively manages utilization of nursing supplies
• Responsible for the High Intensity Needs program
• Maintains a system of care assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation at the resident and unit program level that maximizes staff resources and contributes to Extendicare Scarborough’s interdisciplinary team approach to resident care
• Effectively supports the RAI-MDS program
• Maintains an active presence in the Resident Home Areas mentoring staff while overseeing the provision of quality resident care
• Initiates investigative and corrective actions related to occupational health and safety; develops and monitors modified work programs for nursing personnel
• Works collaboratively with the Director of Care on special projects, reviews, and other duties as may be assigned
• Assumes responsibility for the nursing department in the Director of Care’s absence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Nurse; BScN preferred
• Registration with College of Nurses of Ontario
• Minimum of three years experience in long term care; previous management experience an asset
• Current knowledge of clinical issues for geriatric residents, infection control, principles of adult education and quality improvement
• Knowledge of RAI MDS
• Demonstrated superior leadership and organizational skills; excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word; Excel, computerized resident care and assessment programs
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, current nursing and healthcare practices; demonstrates concern and interest in providing quality care and service to residents