Director Resident Care - Niagara, Canada - Niagara Region

Niagara Region

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Niagara, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job Opening

Non Union

Job Title:

Director Resident Care
Job Opening Id:
37943
# Required:
1
Business Unit:
Community Services
Division:
Long Term Care Homes
Location:
Gilmore Lodge
Standard Hours:

/ week
Full/Part Time:

Full-Time
Regular/Temporary:
Regular
Salary Grade:
9
Salary Range:

- $ 112, $ 132,330
Post Date:

Close Date:

Division:

Long Term Care Homes

About Us:

Serving a diverse urban and rural population of more than 475,000, Niagara Region is focused on building a strong and prosperous Niagara.

Working collaboratively with 12 local area municipalities and numerous community partners, the Region delivers a range of high-quality programs and services to support and advance the well-being of individuals, families and communities within its boundaries.

Nestled between the great lakes of Erie and Ontario, the Niagara peninsula features some of Canada's most fertile agricultural land, the majesty of Niagara Falls and communities that are rich in both history and recreational and cultural opportunities.

Niagara boasts dynamic modern cities, Canada's most developed wine industry, a temperate climate, extraordinary theatre, and some of Ontario's most breathtaking countryside.

An international destination with easy access to its binational U.S.

neighbour New York State, Niagara attracts over 14 million visitors annually, as well as a steady stream of new residents and businesses.

At Niagara Region, we value diversity - in background and experience. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aspire to hire and grow a workforce reflective of the diverse community we serve. By doing so, we can deliver better programs and services across Niagara.

For the Region's full employee equity statement, Working at Niagara Region - Niagara Region, Ontario.

Please note that effective February 12, 2023 mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations are no longer required as per the Niagara Region's amended COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

As a result, you will not be required to submit verification of your vaccination status before starting employment with the Niagara Region.

However, the Niagara Region continues to reserve the right to reintroduce vaccination requirements in the future if necessary to respond to changing public health advice and\or government direction.

The Niagara Region continues to strongly encourage everyone to remain up-to-date with vaccinations.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Administrator, the Director of Resident Care is responsible for providing safe, resident focused, quality nursing in the Long Term Care Home to residents, while ensuring compliance with Ministry, legislative, and corporate expectations.

Education:

Must hold a current certificate of registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario at least at the Registered Nurse level
Post-Secondary degree in Health Services, Administration, Nursing or Equivalent.

Knowledge:

At least 5 years of current related experience in a Long Term Care Home
At least 5 years of current related experience in management.
Demonstrated leadership and communication skills is preferred.
Knowledge of electronic documentation software
Knowledge of the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care Homes Act and Regulations; Occupational Health and Safety Act; and the Accreditation Process

Responsibilities:

_ Manage the nursing department (25% of time):_:

Oversees all nursing related issues in the Long Term Care Home.
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
Supports and facilitates the implementation and evaluation of mandatory programs under the Long Term Care Act including skin and wound, falls, pain, restraints, and continence
Provides leadership to all areas of the nursing department in line with the divisional operations plan and strategic directions, Departmental and Corporate priorities, and the Council Business Plan.
Supports the Continuous Quality Improvement Program of the Home by completing Inspection Protocols, indicators, annual program evaluations, balanced scorecard, and participating in Accreditation related activities. Identify areas for improvement and implement initiatives.
Coordinates the ordering, inventory management, distribution, and appropriate and safe use of supplies and equipment for the nursing department.
Chairs/attends various meetings as required
Coordinates and implements the infection control program for the nursing department

_ Adherence to legislation/policies and procedures (10% of time):_: