Director of Care

3 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Hospiceofgrace Full time

GEM Health Care Group has been operating in Atlantic Canada since 1979 in the Seniors' Healthcare sector. We are a leader in diversity and inclusion, and are our team continues to grow.

The Director of Care (DOC) is responsible for the coordination of all health services at the facility to ensure that all aspects of resident health are developed, planned, implemented, evaluated and are consistent with the mission and values of GEM Health Care Group. As the leader of the Health Care Services Department, the DOC oversees the disciplines of nursing, occupational therapy and physiotherapy.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse in the Province of Nova Scotia

Minimum 5 years management experience in a long term care setting

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written in English

Highly organized and detail oriented

Financial management and budgeting skills

Strong computer literacy and technical skills. More specifically Microsoft and electronic documentation platforms

Flexible leadership style and coaching skills to support and empower staff

Responsibilities

Work closely with other senior management to ensure that the policies and procedures of each department in the facility complement nursing requirements, dietary plans and recreation plans

Assist in the negotiation of Collective Agreements as well as other union procedures when required

Participate in the recruitment and orientation process for Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Dieticians, nursing staff and administrative staff positions

Maintain an inventory control system to ensure that all provisions, drug and medical supplies, and materials are adequately accounted for to ensure their proper care and use

Encourage staff learning, research and self development to not only motivate staff but to benefit the facility residents

Participate in the review of all risk management issues as they relate to health care services, such as incident reports review and medication errors

Develop partnerships and linkages with the community to ensure that the facility is planning services to meet the changing needs of an aging population

Additional Information
  • Company events
  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • On-site parking
  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match
  • Vision care
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