Director of care

4 weeks ago

Cobourg Ontario KA, Ottawa region, Canada Extendicare Canada Inc. Full time

Job Description

Director of Care of Quality

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our medical team, you will provide care to residents in accordance with the standards of practice and offer leadership and guidance to the personal care staff. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.

This position is for our Extendicare Cobourg Home, located in Cobourg, Ontario.

What you’ll be doing:

  1. Implement and evaluate the nursing department quality improvement initiatives, risk management systems, data collection and analysis, report writing, and procedural updates.
  2. Take 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).
  3. Effectively manage utilization of nursing supplies.
  4. Be responsible for the High Intensity Needs program.
  5. Maintain a system of care assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation at the resident and unit program level that maximizes staff resources and contributes to Extendicare Halton Hills interdisciplinary team approach to resident care.
  6. Effectively support the RAI-MDS program.
  7. Maintain an active presence in the Resident Home Areas mentoring staff while overseeing the provision of quality resident care.
  8. Initiate investigative and corrective actions related to occupational health and safety; develop and monitor modified work programs for nursing personnel.
  9. Work collaboratively with the Director of Care on special projects, reviews, and other duties as assigned.
  10. Identify areas of improvement for staff development and work with the DOC to ensure overall effectiveness of the nursing department.
  11. Advocate for ethical and effective practice in all areas of the organization.
  12. Complete Performance Appraisals with the inputs of other members.
  13. Focus on Resident Centered Care Needs as required by MOH LTC Home Legislation and Extendicare Policies.
  14. Actively participate in the palliative care program, goals of care, and advanced care planning.
  15. Be responsible for the nursing department.
  16. Successful candidate will be required to work one weekend/month.

What you bring:

  1. Current Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred, or willingness to complete by April 2025.
  2. Registered Nurse registered with College of Nurses of Ontario; BScN an asset.
  3. Minimum of three years experience in long-term care; previous management experience an asset.
  4. Current knowledge of clinical issues for geriatric residents, infection control, principles of adult education, and quality improvement.
  5. Knowledge of RAI MDS is required.

What you’ll get:

  1. Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning, and growth opportunities.
  2. Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization.
  3. A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
  4. Employee Family Assistance Program.
  5. Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of 123 owned and operated long-term care homes, as well as our home health care operations serving more than 10,000 patients annually, we provide people with the care they need wherever they call home. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 22,000 individuals is united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision for a future where everyone in Canada has access to the care and support they need to live their best lives.

Time Type: Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

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