Director Of Care

Job Summary

Forest Dale Home Inc., a 50 bed Nursing Home in rural Riverside-Albert, New Brunswick, requires the services of a Director of Care. The Home is seeking an individual who is committed to professional excellence and the advancement of nursing practice in long term care.

Job Description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Care (DOC) plans, organizes, directs, and supervises the activities of the Care Department to provide quality resident care.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Current certification to operate as a Registered Nurse in New Brunswick, and who is a member in good standing with the NANB.
• A minimum of five (5) years experience as a Registered Nurse in the Long Term Care sector.
• A minimum of two (2) years work experience in a Managerial or Supervisory capacity in a health care setting.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable LTC legislation and knowledge of overseeing nursing staff scheduling.
• Inter RAI/MDS training or knowledge
• Current First Aid/CPR
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Experience in budget management
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Human relations skills required to handle intercessions with residents, tenants, families, staff and professionals.
• Ability to work and lead in a multicultural and inclusive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes, directs and supervises the activities of the Care Department to provide quality resident care.
• Be on 24 hour call for consultation and/or reporting purposes.
• Assumes responsibility for the operation of the Home in the absence of the Executive Director.
• Oversees daily duty assignments and re-allocation of staff to meet changing requirements of residents.
• Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, etc. for both residents and department personnel in accordance with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
• Informs direct care staff when a policy and procedure is to be implemented and or changed.
• Provides performance management of the nursing, personal support, and activity team including ongoing evaluations.
• Attends monthly meetings, prepares and presents written monthly reports.
• Organizes orientation, In-service education sessions and staff meetings for the nursing department.
• Is responsible for contact with the Pharmacy representative and to facilitate related In-services.
• Monitors the ordering of supplies and equipment assuring careful and proper usage and elimination of waste.
• Encourages staff in educational and training opportunities.
• Coordinates student placements.
• In the event of a death of a resident, monitors that the documentation is prepared for the pronouncing physician (or the Coroner) and that families, administrative staff and funeral directors are notified.
• Ensures preparation of the resident's records after death for Coroner's online submission and filing in the resident's medical records.
• Consults with the Director prior to release of a bed.
• Liaises with Social Development Nursing Home waitlist system for bed matches, admissions, transfers, and discharge.
• Liaises with the Dietary Department as needed regarding the correct diet for each resident and the appropriate adaptive dishes, table changes etc.
• Liaises with the Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor for resident therapy and activation concerns.
• Liaises with Environmental Services for scheduling and concerns related to housekeeping and laundry.
• Ensures that adequate standards of cleanliness are maintained
• Liaises with Supportive Housing for emergency responses.
• Assists in admission of new residents and their families to aid in their orientation into the facility.
• Liaises and consults with families/residents and professionals in relation to resident care needs and department activities.
• Schedules (with Nursing Clerk) and participates in Resident/Family Conferences.
• Supervise and manage staff work schedules in an equitable and timely manner.
• Is responsible for assisting and ensuring that documentation is done for resident care conferences.
• Directs and supervises the development of nursing care plans for each resident to meet their physical, social, and emotional needs.
• Assists with HCC meetings of the nursing care plan which is conducted by the RN on duty.
• Organizes and assists as needed with Eye Clinic, Foot Care Clinic, and Hearing Aid Clinics.
• Maintains and upholds a spirit of cooperation with other departments and Supervisors to ensure residents needs are met.
• Maintains contact with residents to ensure adequacy of care and is available to families for consultation as needed.
• Actively participates in planning and carrying out corporate events and activities (Staff Appreciation, Memorial Service, and Resident Banquets).
• Ensures the proper maintenance of accurate confidential records and reports as required by Ministry guidelines and in accordance with good nursing procedure. Delegates and monitors accurate documentation of resident care and behaviors.
• Monitors and controls, requisitioning and reallocation of drugs and narcotics as required in accordance with Ministry regulations, as well as keeping of necessary records. Is responsible for Narcotic distribution.
• Assists with the interpretation and implementation of policies and established standards as set out by relevant and pertinent legislative bodies (NBANH, Health and Safety Act etc.).
• Participates in and maintains knowledge of Labour and Union Relations.
• Has and maintains knowledge of the Joint Health and Safety Committee (JHSC) and the Internal Responsibility System (IRS).
• Organizes, participates and maintains current knowledge of infection prevention standards.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person