Nursing Supervisor

The Amberwood Suites is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader for the position of Nursing Supervisor (RPN) to provide departmental leadership for the advancement of nursing professional practice within our Retirement community.

**Qualifications**:

- Current certificate of competence as a Registered Practical Nurse (minimum) with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Theoretical and applied knowledge of the Practice Standards set out by the Ontario College of Nurses.
- Willingness to update and keep current knowledge of changing regulations, practices and procedures as set out by the Ontario College of Nurses.
- Must have a minimum of 3 years managerial experience in a Retirement / Long Term Care setting or equivalent knowledge with relevant experience.
- Empathy for and understanding of the needs of the elderly and / or mentally / physically disabled.
- Familiar with standards set out in the Retirement Homes Act, 2010 (RHA) and the function of the Retirement Homes Regulatory Authority (RHRA).
- Working knowledge of the following legislation: _Employment Standards Act, Residential Tenancies Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Coroner’s Act, Labour Relations Act, Public Health Act, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA)_

**Skills**:

- Strong clinical knowledge and experience in various areas of nursing
- Excellent leadership and communication skills
- Ability to effectively manage a team of Nurses and Personal Support Workers
- Proficiency in using electronic health record system, Point Click Care (PCC)
- Ability to relate to all levels of staff, the residents and their families with a high degree of patience, tolerance and confidentiality.
- Must display initiative, good judgement, and decision-making skills.
- Must be able to provide effective management and supervision to up to 15 staff.
- Ability to interpret and understand budgets and other financial reports and statistics.

**Responsibilities**:

- **Administration & Human Resources Management**_
- Review and propose updates to all policies and procedures to reflect current practices in the RSS department.
- Provide leadership, direction, guidance, supervision and follow up for all Resident Services Staff (RSS).
- Oversee and coordinate the daily operations of the Resident Services department.
- Review and approve timesheets for payroll.
- Following the “Hiring Practices - Staff & Volunteers” section of the Operations Manual, work with the Administrator to recruit, interview and hire RSS.
- With the assistance of the Administrator & Human Resource Manager, appraise performance of, discipline and terminate RSS staff as necessary.
- Be knowledgeable of job responsibilities and job descriptions of RSS.
- Monitor RSS relations with co-workers and residents to ensure that they are courteous, respectful and advocate for resident rights.
- Maintain confidential and complete records related to RSS and Residents.
- Monitor and assess staffing needs in RSS department. Prepare and post the department schedule at least two weeks prior to the date they come into effect.
- Ensure that assignments and work duties are divided fairly between shifts.
- Handle all work grievances and disputes in the RSS department. Update Administrator in all HR matters and seek assistance of Administrator as required.
- Prepare the agenda for Departmental staff meetings with input from RSS and Administrator.
- Conduct regular staff meetings to communicate updates, changes, and expectations.
- Provide and oversee the appropriate orientation, instruction, supervision and ongoing in-service training of RSS employees.
- Ensure that all policies and procedures listed in the Autumnwood Operations Manual and Pharmacy Manual are followed by RSS.
- Ensure that all operational records are maintained as per policy and can be quickly referenced upon compliance inspection.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and guidelines.
- Implement policies and procedures to maintain high-quality patient care.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement resident care plans
- Utilize Point Click Care (PCC) for documentation and communication purposes
- other duties as assigned.

**Resident Care & Administration**:

- Conduct initial functional assessment and/or care plan and approve all new move-ins to the facility.
- Create, review and update care plans for all residents/tenants prior to move in and once every six months thereafter.
- Ensure Administrative Assistant attains all proper information for resident and tenant files.
- Participate in new resident/tenant orientation as required.
- Monitor new resident’s/tenant’s adjustment to their new living environment.
- Monitor resident/tenant and family satisfaction.
- Ensure Resident Services documentation is complete as per College of Nurse’s nursing documentation guidelines.
- Advise the Resident Services Staff (RSS) regarding medical interventions, treatment requirements and all