Director of Care - Lakeshore, Canada - La Chaumiere Retirement

Description

• Sitting for long periods at a desk for computer/typing work.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Walking short distances and up/down staircases.
• Typing and/or use of a computer keyboard proficiently.
• Pulling/pushing/lifting to open and/or relocate binders, carts, etc. up to 10lbs.
• Reading/seeing documentation both in paper format and on a computer screen for long periods of time.
• Hearing differences in phone ring tones and/or in fire system horns or alerts for emergency response purposes.
• Speaking/communicating in front of audiences and with individuals who may have impairments and disabilities.
• Bending, kneeling, providing walking support for residents in the provision of resident care where required.
• Dexterity required to open pouches/blister packs, insert test strips into glucometers, etc.

• Provide professional nursing care to all residents and supervise care given in the nursing unit.
• Assess all resident needs and planning, implementing and evaluating the care program.
• Work closely with General Manager, Attending Physicians, Food Services and Activity/Recreation.
• Supervise all staff in nursing unit.

• Provide directions and supervision of all Care staff.
• Assess residents' conditions by recognizing signs and symptoms and where necessary initiates remedial health measures.
• Contacting resident's attending physician when there is a change in resident's physical or mental condition.
• Responsible to ensure safekeeping of drug and narcotic keys.
• Responsible for administration of medications and treatments as ordered by resident's physician within his/her limitations.
• Monitors staff performance and completes performance appraisals during probation period and annually thereafter.
• Teaches good health habits.
• Deals courteously with staff, residents, residents' families and visitors.
• Responsible for admission and discharge of residents.
• Maintain liaison with families of residents.
• Takes prospective residents and other interested persons on tours of the retirement residence.
• Ensures medical records are maintained.
• Ensures daily/weekly and monthly duties are completed and rosters are maintained.
• Organizing and ensuring medications are reviewed every three months where medications are provided.
• Completes monthly weights and blood pressures on all residents.
• Coordinates and/or participates in the staff development, quality assurance, safety, environment and infection control programs.
• Ensures staff involvement in fire and safety procedures and communication to all staff of inspection reports and follow up actions.
• Ensures Care Home Information Package is distributed to all new admissions.
• Knowledgeable of the Residential Tenancies Act.
• Ensures policies and procedures are reviewed every three years.
• Ensures nursing documentation is complete as per College of Nurses' Nursing Documentation guidelines.
• Assists with arranging transportation for residents.
• Answers call bells and assist where necessary.
• Orders medications from Pharmacy as per Doctor's orders.
• Receives medications and storing medications safely.
• Serve and supervise at meals assist with resident satisfaction.
• Adhere to all established policies and procedures.
• Responsible for making the appropriate plans for discharge as necessary.
• Complete incident reports where necessary.
• Supervising resident's personal hygiene and bathing as per schedule, or assisting when necessary.
• Assist residents with ambulation when necessary.
• Emergency medical care.
• Responsible for maintaining an accurate waiting list.
• Responsible for maintaining accurate records for "extra charges" if applicable.
• Responsible for ensuring and arranging that all residents have an annual physical.
• Ensures there are sufficient staff on duty to provide the services which are offered.
• Assist residents and/or families in obtaining the services of a physician when necessary.
• Ensures a resident care plan is established and reviewed/revised at least every six months.
• Access, facilitate and orientate community agencies and/ or resources.
• Facilitates contact with other Health Care facilities and educational facilities.
• Collaborate with volunteers and staff in the development and implementation of activity programs and outside services.
• Aware of role and responsibilities under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

• Current Certificate of Competence as a Registered Practical Nurse with the College of Nurses
• Medication Administration course
• Good physical and mental health and free from communicable diseases.
• Knowledge of the Nursing practices and nursing diagnosis.
• Certified in Cardiopulmonary resuscitation and First Aid.
• Good communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to update and keep current their knowledge of changing r