director of care

Job Description
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 Guildwood home, located in Scarborough, Ontario.

What You'll Be Doing
Assists the DOC in the implementation and evaluation of the nursing department quality improvement initiatives, risk management systems, data collection and analysis, report writing, procedural updates.

Takes 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)

Effectively manages utilization of nursing supplies

Responsible for the High Intensity Needs program

Maintains a system of care assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation at the resident and unit program level that maximizes staff resources and contributes to interdisciplinary team approach to resident care

Effectively supports the RAI-MDS program.

Participates in the homes Continuous Quality Improvement team and assist as needed in the completion of the quality protocols and program evaluations. Creates action plans and ensures follow-up actions are completed. Facilitates quality projects thru PDSA cycles, fishbone exercises etc.

Maintains an active presence in the units and mentoring staff while overseeing the provision of quality resident care

Initiates investigative and corrective actions related to occupational health and safety; develops and monitors modified work programs for nursing personnel

Works collaboratively with the Director of Care on special projects, reviews, and other duties as be assigned

Identify areas of improvement for staff development and work with the DOC to ensure overall effectiveness of the nursing department

Advocating for ethical and effective practice in all areas in the organization

Assisting the DOC with input to Performance Appraisals

Focusing on Resident Centered Care Needs as required by MOH LTC Home Legislation and Extendicare Policies

Actively participates in the palliative approach to care program, goals of care and advanced care planning

Assumes responsibility for the nursing department in the absence of the DOC

Successful candidate will be required to be flexible in working hours.

What You Bring
Registered Nurse registered with College of Nurses of Ontario; BScN an asset

Minimum of one (1) year of experience working as a Registered Nurse in the long-term

care sector

Minimum of three (3) years of experience working as a Registered Nurse in a managerial

or supervisory capacity in a health care setting

Current knowledge of clinical issues for geriatric residents, infection control, principles of adult education and quality improvement

Knowledge of clinical indicators in LTC and RAI MDS is required

Knowledge of public policy, accreditation standards and processes that affect long-term care

What you'll get

Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities

Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization

A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.

Employee Family Assistance Program.

Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors' population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

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.