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Southbridge Care Homes Assistant Director Of Care in Seaforth, Ontario
Location: Seaforth Long Term Care Home
Position: Assistant Director of Care/RN, 75 hours bi-weekly
Candidates are invited to apply for the full-time position of Assistant Director of Care (ADOC)/RN at Seaforth Long Term Care Home; a 47-bed accredited long term care home located in Seaforth, Ontario.
Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC), the ADOC is accountable for assisting with the management of all aspects of nursing care within the facility to ensure quality resident care through the effective, efficient delivery of established standards within legislative and budgetary requirements. Lead and manage restorative care, falls and skin and wound programs, including documentation.
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, restorative)
Effectively manages utilization of nursing supplies
Oversee work flow, manage and direct resident care providers
Maintains a system of care assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation at the resident and unit program level that maximizes staff resources and contributes to Seaforth LTC Home 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
Preferred a 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 an asset
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
In Ontario, Southbridge Care Homes accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Accommodation needs must be provided in advance. To discuss your needs, please contact the individual noted in the posting.
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