Coordinator or Care

**Position Scope**:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Resident Care/Director of Resident Care and the CEO and Administrator, the Coordinator of Care (RN) is responsible for the coordination of care for the residents within Mountain Lea Lodge (MLL), in accordance with the vision, mission and values of the Mountains & Meadows Care Group. The Coordinator of Care is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of admissions, discharges and overseeing that program directions are carried out within MLL. The Coordinator of Care will assist the Assistant Director of Resident Care to provide educational opportunities for all staff. The Coordinator of Care works closely with the Assistant Director of Resident Care to promote consistent, quality support and care to the residents who live within Mountain Lea Lodge.

**Organizational Relationships**:

- Oversees and coordinated the care of the residents on his/her neighbourhood
- Maintains a supportive, caring, professional relationship with residents and their families (or substitute decision maker)
- Maintains a positive working relationship within the Management Team of MLL.
- Develops and maintains positive working relationships with the Assistant Director of Care and any other agencies involved in supporting residents.
- Communicates regularly with the Assistant Director of Resident Care, Registered and Licensed Practical Nurses, LTCA, CCAs in order to deliver consistent, professional, quality support to residents based on evidence and best practice.
- Accountable for overseeing resident movement (admissions, discharges and transfers as well as bed reallocation/room transfers)
- Accountable for investigation and follow-up of all nursing program incidents in collaboration with the Assistant Director of Resident Care.
- Remain current with the organization’s policies and proceedures
- Participates in meetings (especially, Pharmacy and Therapeutics) and educational opportunities.
- Helps in policy development as requested

**Key Activities**:

- Establish and maintain effective systems to meet resident needs for exceptional quality care
- Has input in the development of programs that meet the social, recreational, spiritual and personal needs of the residents
- In collaboration with the care team, ensure resident care plan and review meetings occur in a timely manner.
- Weekly phlebotomy
- Accompanies doctor during weekly rounds
- Acts as liaison with Pharmacy, etc.
- Organizes and assists with wound care and monthly/PRN wound care rounds
- Willing to perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Resident Care.
- Assist, support, and guide residents in all activities of daily living including, but not limited to: recreational and leisure activities; provide meal and snacks as required; and maintaining the general upkeep of the home.
- Has a role in maintaining a safe and supportive environment for all.
- Document and/or communicate changes in resident mood, behaviour, or condition to all appropriate staff.

**Qualifications**:

- Currently registered with the College of Nurses of Nova Scotia
- Minimum of three years of progressive nursing experience and education in which leadership and interpersonal skills have been demonstrated.
- Current in phlebotomy
- Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
- Must have excellent conflict management skills.
- Able to work with different collective agreements and in a unionized environment
- May require flexibility with work hours at times
- Current certification in CPR and Standard First Aid
- Past Long-Term Care experience is an asset for MLL.
- Non-Crisis Intervention an asset
- Teaching experience an asset

**Skills and Abilities**:
Proven leadership and team building skills

Ability to work independently

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and conflict management skills

Ability to develop, implement and evaluate resident-centred programs

Proven organizational and time management skills

Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated computer skills, preferably in MS Office Suite

**Work Environment**:
Usual work environment is indoors.

Pets and houseplants may be part of the work environment

**Additional**:
Must be able to maintain regular attendance

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $35.08-$40.25 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bridgetown, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Registered Nurse License (required)

Work Location: