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R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home

Year: 2024

 Competition #:420-12-05-15-24          Permanent Full Time       Registered Nurse

May 15, 2024

R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home, 64 Pleasant Street, Antigonish NS B2G 1W7

Competition #:420-12-05-15-24           Job Title:         Registered Nurse

 Dept.:         Nursing                               Start Date:        Immediately

Posted Date: May 16, 2024                    Close Date:       Open until filled

Reg/Temp: Permanent                    Full/Part:        2

                                                                       Subject to change

            Union:  NSNU                Applications accepted until 4:00 PM on the Closing Date

Opening Statement

The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is a Long-Term Care Home to 137 Residents and employs approx. 250 staff in various Departments.

RN Skills & Abilities required – Key focus areas are Leadership, Care Standards Consistency, Team Coordination, and Delivery of Competent Nursing Care.

Qualifications required – RN or BScN at an accredited School/College of Nursing.  Current registration with the College of Registered Nurses of NS.  Recent experience in geriatric setting preferred.    Demonstrate competency in team building, conflict resolution, delegation, and leadership.  Current CPR certification required with annual updates and annual WHMIS required.  Regular & consistent attendance is essential.

See Complete RN Job Description on the home’s website for Registered Nurse @ www.rkmacdonald.ca

Hours of Work

Full Time: DDNN and LW/SW rotations (12 hr. shifts Days, nights, Weekends)

Salary: Based on Service years on NSNU current scale (or experience)

Benefits/Pension Information

Comprehensive Benefits

Pension –Yes (Can defer for three (3) mos.)

Vacation, holiday – Yes

Sick benefits- yes following probation period (720 hrs. RN)

Health Benefits – Health, Dental, life, LTD, and optional’ s

Gym Membership – Corporate Rate available with Good life

 Closing Statement

Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those Applicants selected for an interview to be contacted. Interviews held within two weeks of closing date.  This is NSNU bargaining unit positions. Preference given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home provides patient centered care to 136 residents with approximately 250 care partners. The home is filled with people who care deeply about providing excellent resident care and who are committed to creating a safe work environment.    The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. The R.K. MacDonald is an inclusive employer who supports diversity, equality, and reconciliation.  Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.  We welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, age, religion, and physical and mental abilities.  We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to Human Resources before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. In addition, proof of applicable education and or certification is required as a condition of employment. Internal applicants to apply by using the Internal Application Form, External Applicants to submit cover letter and resume to:  jobs@rkmacdonald.ca

Disclaimer: Please refer to nursing home website for complete job posting www.rkmacdonald.ca

 

Clinical Support Nurse Temporary Full Time Position (1 yr Term)

May 15, 2024

Clinical Support Nurse

Temporary Full-time (1 yr. term position)

The Home is seeking a dynamic, compassionate person; committed to excellence and quality practice environments; with demonstrated team leading skills; and enthusiastic about a profession in Long Term Care to fill the role of Clinical Support Nurse.   Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, The Clinical Support Nurse develops and facilitates the supervision of current and future nursing students working in the role of CCA (Continuing Care Assistant).  The Clinical Support Nurse will impart knowledge, experience, and skillset to nursing students to improve clinical practice in nursing.

Key Responsibilities:

Facilitate and oversee clinical placement (orientation/ mentoring) of RPL (Program) CCA students & other nursing students

based on skill needs of students. Evaluates and documents training, mentorship, and educational process’s outcomes.

Communication: through personal behavior and interactions and consistently demonstrate a humanistic, affiliative approach

to relationships. Orientation and Skills/ Education.  Contributes to Continuous Quality Improvement Initiatives in the

Nursing Department and participates in Committees/teams as required.

Skills

-Demonstrated Clinical nursing skills. -Must have good oral and written communication skills.

-Must have great interpersonal skills. -Must possess critical thinking skills.

-Must have organizational and mentoring skills. -Must possess relationship-building skills.

-Ability to assess and identify the learning needs of staff and recommend appropriate educational programs to meet those needs. -Experience in the MS Office suite of programs is an asset. Demonstrated leadership in a unionized environment

-Knowledgeable in providing Personal Care. Scope of Practice and CCA Competency Framework.

-Recent training in Safe Lifting & Handling Transfer Training & knowledge of Transfer Codes

Educational Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited LPN school with current license registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN)

Certification in CPR, WHMIS, Food Handlers, Dementia/Alzheimer, Palliative care courses and Gentle Persuasion Approach (GPA)

Minimum of three years clinical experience

Teaching experience would be an asset

Mentor or Instructor Certification an asset

Required Experience

Recent clinical experience, including medication administration and leadership duties

Experience in geriatric LTC setting an asset

Competencies specific to position

Resident centered focus (builds positive family relations), Communication (adapts communication to others), Conflict Management (anticipates and addresses sources of potential conflict), Self & Community Awareness (recognizes emotions & being pro-active), Teamwork (fosters Teamwork) and ability to work successfully with all levels in a team environment

Hours of Work:                 Non-union Regular Temporary full-time (1.0 FTE) – Typically 40 hrs per week, hours to flex as necessary i.e., weekend and afterhours, evenings, nights.

Salary:                                Competitive Salary commensurate with education and experience

Benefits:                              Health (Travel), Dental Life, and Pension Plan (Manulife/NSEHPP (HANS), Corp rate for Gym
Deadline                             May 30, 2023

Start date:                          Immediately

Apply by:                             Submit cover letter and resume to Human Resource Coordinator by email or mail:  jobs@rkmacdonald.ca or in person at 64 Pleasant Street Antigonish NS B2G 1W7, for more information please contact HR at (902) 863-2578 ext. 292.

Job description:                 Can be viewed in its entirety on the home’s website @ www.rkmacdonald.ca

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The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home provides patient centred care to 136 residents with approximately 290 care partners. The home is filled with people who care deeply about providing excellent resident care and who are committed to creating a safe work environment. If you are looking for an opportunity in a patient centred home than we are the place for you. As per the COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Protocol in High-Risk Settings, Nova Scotia Health requires all team members to be fully vaccinated by November 30th, 2021.  The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. The R.K. MacDonald is an inclusive employer who supports diversity, equality, and reconciliation.  Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.  We welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, age, religion, and physical and mental abilities.  We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to Human Resources before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. In addition, proof of applicable education and or certification is required as a condition of employment.

Accounting Clerk

May 15, 2024

Please note:  This is not a job listing, this is a job description. For current opportunities click here.

POSITION: Accounting Clerk
DEPARTMENT: Finance
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Finance

Reporting to the Director of Finance, the Accounting Clerk supports the functions of the Finance Department. As an employee of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home Corporation every person has a responsibility to be involved in providing a stimulating environment for the residents. In keeping with our Mission, Vision and Core Values and our philosophy of Resident Centered Care, the Accounting Clerk serves as a positive role model; as a partner in the provision of care and support of our Residents, and represents the home in a positive, professional, efficient and confidential manner.
 

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Understands that the Resident and family are central to all departmental activities, services and decisions
  2. Establishes and maintains working relationships and performs all work in keeping with the Mission, Vision, Values and philosophy of resident centered care of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home
  3. Accounts Payable Functions & responsibilities
    • If not submitted, obtain invoices from departments
    • Match invoices from vendors packing slips
    • Once packing slips have been matched, verifies pricing. If incorrect, follow up with signing person
    • Verifies financial information (math) on invoices
    • Record each vendor’s number for submission to ACC/PAC system
    • Enter invoice into ACC/PAC
    • Record total amount for G/L as well as recoverable tax
    • Issues manual cheque as needed
    • When issuing manual cheques recoverable tax will need to be manually calculated and manually entered into ACC/PAC
  1. Payroll function & responsibilities
    • Maintenance accurate ledger of employees in QHR system (new employees, terminations etc.) to QHR
    • Responsible to enter employee changes into payroll system (position, rate, dept etc.)
    • Meet with new employees to ensure the Employee Contract / Notification of Employment pertaining to payroll is accurate and complete (i.e., void cheque, HCN)
    • Time card verification
    • Process payroll
    • Generate pay statements
    • Process EFT
    • Required to place all pay stubs in a sealed envelope and distribute to departments prior to 10 am on bi-weekly payday
    • Issues Records of Employment
    • Bi-weekly, provide Director of Finance with spreadsheet detailing recent changes in employee status including new hires, employees off work, position changes & return to work
  2. Pension/Benefits – in conjunction with Human Resources
    • Ensure benefits deductions in payroll are reconciled with monthly benefits/pension payables
    • Assist Human Resources to manage eligibility and application for benefits & pension enrollment for new employees Facilitate requested changes to benefit coverage, including upon termination and provides information package / meeting with employees contemplating retirement in the absence of Human Resources (i.e., back up role., vacation coverage, etc.).
  3. WCB Claims
    • File online WCB Claim Forms (based on Incident Report) and confirm salary/earnings as required via Online WCB Portal.
  4. Deposit
    • Balance operating cash with receipt book
    • Prepare and conduct bank deposits as needed
    • Manage cash flow for petty cash (Issue petty cash cheque, cash & replenish)
    • Balance safe keeping cask
    • Obtain cheque from accounts receivable, cash to replenish safe keeping level
  5. Membership on RK committees as designated.
  6. In the absence of the Resident Accounts Clerk:
    • Provides assistance with Accounts receivable
    • Issues safe keeping monies to residents
    • Receipt monies coming into operation
    • Issue safe keeping cheques
    • Meet with new families regarding financial matters

Education Required, Training and Experience

  • Graduate from a recognized Business College or Administrative Assistant program with experience in basic accounting and payroll, or willingness to complete education within a determined time frame that includes courses in basic accounting and book keeping or payroll.
  • Experience with accounting and payroll software considered an asset.

Job related Skills & Competencies:

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, etc. & Outlook
  • Ability to communicate effectively with residents, visitors, and staff.
  • Ability to work appropriately and efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to maintain confidential integrity around confidential information.
  • Ability to provide accuracy and detail in work performance.
  • Ability to use appropriate and effective judgment.
  • Ability to apply mathematical concepts to problem solving situations.

ACCOUNTING CLERK PERMANENT FULL TIME

May 15, 2024

 ACCOUNTING CLERK

The RK is looking to welcome an Accounting Clerk to report to the Director of Finance.  The Accounting Clerk supports the functions of the Finance Department. As an employee of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home Corporation every person has a responsibility to be involved in providing a stimulating environment for the residents.  In keeping with our Mission, Vision and Core Values and our philosophy of Resident Centered Care, the Accounting Clerk serves as a positive role model; as a partner in the provision of care and support of our Residents, and represents the home in a positive, professional, efficient and confidential manner.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts Payable Functions & responsibilities

Payroll function & responsibilities

Pension/Benefits

WCB Claims

Deposits

Record of Employments

Membership on committees

Safe Work Practices

Educational Qualifications:    

  • Graduate from a recognized Business College or Administrative Assistant program with experience in basic accounting and payroll, or willingness to complete education within a determined time frame that includes courses in basic accounting and book keeping or payroll.
  • Experience with accounting and payroll software considered an asset.

 Competencies specific to position:

  •  Working knowledge of Outlook & Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, etc.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with residents, visitors, and staff.
  • Ability to work appropriately and efficiently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to maintain confidential integrity around confidential information.
  • Ability to provide accuracy and detail in work performance.
  • Ability to use appropriate and effective judgment.
  • Ability to apply mathematical concepts to problem solving situations.

 Complete Job description:         See the Home’s website @ www.rkmacdonald.ca

 Hours of Work:           Non-union Regular Permanent Full Time FTE (80hrs/biweekly)

Salary:                          Competitive Salary ($24.18/hr $50,299.81 Annual)

Benefits:                      Health, Dental, LTD, etc., and Pension (NSHEPP)

Deadline                        May 22, 2024

Start date:                    Immediately

How to Apply:             Submit cover letter and resume: Attention HR please email cover letter and resume to the jobs@rkmacdonald.ca  or fax 902 863-4437

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The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home provides patient centred care to 136 residents with approximately 250 care partners. The home is filled with people who care deeply about providing excellent resident care and who are committed to creating a safe work environment. If you are looking for an opportunity in a patient centred home than we are the place for you.   The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. The R.K. MacDonald is an inclusive employer who supports diversity, equality, and reconciliation.  Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.  We welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, age, religion, and physical and mental abilities.  We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to Human Resources before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. In addition, proof of applicable education and or certification is required as a condition of employment.

Director of Finance

May 15, 2024

Please note:  This is not a job listing, this is a job description. For current opportunities click here.

POSITION: Director of Finance
DEPARTMENT: Finance
RESPONSIBLE TO: CEO

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Finance provides the day-to-day financial services providing a vital link between the finance department, its staff, the leadership team and the Board of Directors. Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Finance must bring management experience with extensive finance and accounting knowledge with the ability to make data driven decisions.

In keeping with our Mission, Vision and Core Values and our philosophy of Resident Centered Care, the Director of Financial Services, as a partner in the provision of care and support of our Residents, represents the home in a positive, professional, efficient and confidential manner.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Effectively oversee the facility budget
    • Flag any significant variances and ensure that these variances are brought to the attention of the CEO and Directors in managing variances.
    • Create policies that enable each department to work in the most organized way
    • Develop and monitor objectives for the financial department.
    • Allocate funds accordingly to ensure each department can function at an optimal pace.
    • Determine realistic goals and establish financial controls to maintain maximum productivity.
    • Manage and oversee all financial operations of the organization.
    • Ensure the conservation of the assets of the Home by planning, developing, implementing, managing, evaluating and monitoring financial policies and procedures, accounting systems and internal and external reporting and analytical systems.
    • Maintain the financial records of the RK MacDonald Nursing Home in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) including reconciliation of the Protected Envelope Budgets.
    • Prepare and assist as required in the required annual audit.
    • Ensure the timely and accurate recording of all financial and statistical transactions including bank reconciliation as well as providing supervision of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, and trust accounts.
    • Provide monthly financial statement for the Department Directors and Board of Directors.
    • Ensure that accounting decisions are in the best interest of the Board and, in particular, its financial operations, by being fully aware of the home’s accounting requirements.
    • Working with CEO and Department Directors to analyze budget approvals from DOHW against budget requested.
    • Assist in development of home’s business planning process including preparation of an annual budget.
    • Assist all other Directors and HR & Education Coordinators in explaining budget variances and methods of expenditure reductions in areas of deficit.
    • Process the Home’s requests for funding to the Foundation upon approval from SL & Board. Maintains budget/ledger report of such transactions for CEO, Directors and Foundation review.
    • Coordinate submission of data and/or payments to various external agencies such as NSHEPP, Benefits, WCB, CRA, Stats Canada, DOHW, licensing and insurance, etc.
    • Coordinate submission of Nursing Strategy, Leadership and Education Premiums, etc. for recoveries.
    • EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer) with updates to Occupancy and Revenue Journals.
    • Process the EFT for payments to Resident accounts and Staff Benefits.
    • Accurate maintenance of data into Acc Pac with monthly reports to Directors.
    • Payroll transfer functions with Accounting Clerk.
    • Annual Vacation Level and Salary review for input into payroll and Benefits.
    • Generation of annual T4 for all employees.
    • Oversees Contracts and Rental agreements.

 

  1. Coordinate the provision of Finance Department services that are Resident centered and that support and reflect the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home
    • Develop, implement and annually review departmental policies and procedures.
    • Develop annual departmental goals and objectives that support the strategic plan.
    • As per licensing review and update departmental job descriptions every 4 years or when revisions are necessary.

 

  1. Effectively manage the human services within the Finance department
    • Manages staff performance on a daily basis and performs annual performance reviews on Finance Dept staff.
    • Coaches, mentors and empowers staff.
    • Conducts monthly Finance Departmental meetings.
    • Approves Finance Department LOA and vacation requests.
    • Utilizes progressive discipline process when warranted and upon consultation with HR and or CEO, up to and including dismissal.

 

  1. Effectively oversees the budget for Hiring, Orientation and Education.
    • Ensure the orientation and ongoing education of Finance Department staff Ensures all Finance Dept staff attend annual mandatory education.
    • Maintains an ongoing relationship with the HR Department in consultation as finances relate to Contract Letters of hire, i.e., rate of pay & terms, Union Contracts, Benefits, Pension, Education.
    • Works with Department Leaders, HR & Education Coordinators to identify Departmental specific needs and keeps them updated on funding opportunities or cuts including development and continuing education and other budgetary needs.

 

  1. Accountable for the safety and risk management of the financial department
    • Identify potential departmental risks and implement strategies to minimize risk
    • Participate as a leader in the JOHS and Risk Management programs
  1. Communication – through personal behavior and interactions, demonstrates a humanistic, affiliative approach to relationships
    • Within department, with other team members and union representatives
    • In all interactions within and while representing the facility
    • With all Residents and families and staff

 

  1. Continuous Quality Initiatives
    • Ensure that the independent accounting systems, policies and procedures meet the requirements of the board and government by adhering to CHA/MIS and CICA standards and guidelines and principles.
    • Ensure the efficient operations of the accounting branch through the organization of the work, delegation, setting standards, reviewing operations, conducting meetings, general observations, and implementing the concepts and visions of the quality management program.
    • Establishes and directs systems for measuring and improving quality of departmental services.
    • Encourages use of best practices.

 

  1. Participates in Committees/ad hoc teams as required
    • Lead or member on committees

 

  1. Other duties as required
    • Liaison role with external IT services.
  1. Leadership Roles
    • Active participant on the Leadership Team
    • Demonstrates integration of Mission, Vision and Values into practice
    • Active participant in Strategic Planning process
    • Commitment to excellence and moving the organization forward

 

Safe Work Practices/Responsibilities

The R.K MacDonald Occupational Health and Safety policy establishes employee expectations for working safely.  To achieve these expectations employees at all levels of the organization must adhere to Core Values of Safety and the Safety Responsibilities listed below:

  • Demonstrate leadership commitment to safety.
  • Communicate hazards and controls.
  • Conduct inspections & investigations.
  • Provide Training / Communicate / Lead / Coach.
  • Provide necessary tools / equipment / PPE.
  • Monitor Compliance to SOPs & SWPs.

 

Leadership Competencies Required

  • Leading Others as demonstrated by the ability to establish focus, to provide motivational support, fostering teamwork, empowering others.
  • Managing Change as indicated by the ability to demonstrate support for innovation and for organizational changes needed to improve the organization’s effectiveness
  • Managing Others as demonstrated by the ability to work with others to coach and mentor them to develop their capabilities
  • Managing Performance as demonstrated by ability to take responsibility for one’s own or one’s employee’s performance by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against goals, ensuring feedback and addressing performance issue promptly.
  • Communication as demonstrated by the ability to ensure that information is passed on to others who should be kept informed as well as the ability to express oneself clearly in conversations and interactions, in writing and to be able to plan and deliver conversations that have an impact and persuade their intended audience.
  • Interpersonal Awareness as demonstrated by the ability to notice, interpret and anticipate others concerns and feelings and to communicate this awareness empathetically to others
  • Influence Others as demonstrated by the ability to gain others’ support for ideas, proposals, objectives, projects and solutions
  • Building Collaborative relationships as demonstrated by the ability to develop, maintain and strengthen partnerships both internal and external to the facility
  • Customer Service Orientation perspective as demonstrated by the respectful, positive manner in which one responds to expressed concerns and the strong desire to find resolution and meet people’s needs
  • Information Gathering as demonstrated by the ability to identify information needed to clarify a situation and using skillful questioning to draw out information from reluctant sources
  • Thinking abilities including analytical, forward, conceptual and strategic abilities to enable one to tackle a problem, anticipate implications and consequences, find effective solutions and planning for the future direction of the Home
  • Initiative to identify what needs to be done and take action before being asked or the situation requires it
  • Results oriented to enable one to focus on the desired results, sets challenging goals and meeting or exceeding them
  • Thoroughness as demonstrated by ensuring that one’s own work, the work of employees and all information collected and shared is complete and accurate. Ensuring that commitments are fulfilled
  • Decisiveness as demonstrated by the ability to make difficult decisions in a timely manner
  • Self Confidence
  • Stress management
  • Personal Credibility
  • Flexibility

 

Position Specific Competencies, Skills & Abilities

  • Sound knowledge of financial management concepts and systems.
  • Ability to effectively use personal computers, including word processing and spreadsheet programs.
  • Ability to think creatively, develop policies, terms of reference, implementation plans and result evaluations to continually improve operations.

 

Educational Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Business Administration with Accounting
  • Secured or in the process of securing Chartered Professional Accountant designation

 

Experience Required

  • Minimum of three years financial management experience at the senior level, preferably in health care.

 

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Permanent Full Time Position

May 14, 2024

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

The RK is looking to welcome a Director of Finance to report to the CEO.  As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Director of Finance provides the day-to-day financial services providing a vital link between the finance department, its staff, the leadership team and the Board of Directors. Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Finance must bring management experience with extensive finance and accounting knowledge with the ability to make data driven decisions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Effectively oversee the facility budget
  • Coordinate the provision of Finance Department services that are Resident centered and that support and reflect the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home
  • Effectively manage the human services within the Finance department
  • Ensure the orientation and ongoing education of departmental staff including development and continuing education
  • Accountable for the safety and risk management of the financial department
  • Communication – through personal behavior and interactions, demonstrates a humanistic, affiliative approach to relationships
  • Continuous Quality Initiatives
  • Participates in Committees/teams as required
  • Leadership Roles
  • Safe Work Practices/Responsibilities
  • Other duties as required

 Educational Qualifications:    

  • Undergraduate degree in Bachelor of Business Administration with Accounting
  • Secured or in the process of securing Chartered Professional Accountant designation

Experience:                

  • Minimum of three years financial management experience at the senior level, preferably in health care.

Competencies specific to position:

Leading Others             Managing Performance             Influence Others

Managing Change        Communication                        Building Collaborative relationships

Managing Others          Interpersonal Awareness           Customer Service Orientation perspective

Information Gathering   Results Oriented                       Self Confidence/Thoroughness

Complete Job description:        See the Home’s website @ www.rkmacdonald.ca

Hours of Work:                 Mgt/Non-union Regular Permanent Full Time FTE (80hrs/biweekly) scheduled hrs Flexible

Salary:                                Competitive Salary commensurate with education and experience ($83,056.90 Annual Salary)

Benefits:                               Health, Dental, LTD, etc., Pension (NSHEPP)

Deadline                             May 28, 2024

Start date:                          Immediately

How to Apply:                     Submit cover letter and resume: Attention HR please email cover letter and resume to: jobs@rkmacdonald.ca  or fax 902 863-4437

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The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home provides patient centred care to 136 residents with approximately 250 care partners. The home is filled with people who care deeply about providing excellent resident care and who are committed to creating a safe work environment. If you are looking for an opportunity in a patient centred home than we are the place for you.   The R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is proud to provide a smoke free and scent free environment. The R.K. MacDonald is an inclusive employer who supports diversity, equality, and reconciliation.  Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve.  We welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, age, religion, and physical and mental abilities.  We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to Human Resources before starting employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment. In addition, proof of applicable education and or certification is required as a condition of employment.

Congratulations Michelle!

Congratulations Michelle!

May 2, 2024

On May 5, 2024, Michelle Tinio is set to graduate from St. Francis Xavier University, achieving her Master of Adult Education and Health. This marks her second time crossing the stage for a significant academic milestone, the first being a decade prior when she earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Michelle’s journey began as a student nurse at RK MacDonald Nursing Home, progressing to become a Registered Nurse upon licensure by the Nova Scotia College of Nursing. Over the years, she advanced to the role of Nursing Supervisor, and eventually, to Assistant Director of Clinical Services, now holding the title of Clinical Services Manager.

Michelle’s presence at RK MacDonald Nursing Home is invaluable. With a warm smile and a genuine passion for geriatric nursing, she engages with residents daily, extending personal greetings and showing genuine concern for their well-being. Her commitment is evident as she readily lends a hand whenever needed.

Amidst the challenges posed by the pandemic, Michelle demonstrated exceptional leadership by spearheading the IPAC (Infection Prevention and Control) team. She dedicated countless hours and remained accessible round-the-clock to provide support.

With her Master’s degree in Adult Education, Michelle is poised to contribute significantly to the realization of our vision for a center of excellence, laying the groundwork for future success.

Seniors and Long Term Care (SLTC) Road Show 2024

Seniors and Long Term Care (SLTC) Road Show 2024

Apr 17, 2024

Mark Chisolm, Dir. of Environment along with Maintenance staff , Eric Tulkens and Donnie Farrell attended the recent Seniors and Long Term Care (SLTC) ROAD SHOW 2024: Nova Scotia LTC Facility Information Event. The event hosted information sessions on such topics as HANS Bed and Mattress Program, Developing Your Building Maintenance Plan, Interpreting Facility Condition Assessments, Hazardous Materials in LTC Facilities, Opportunities for Saving and Reducing your Carbon Footprint and a presentation from the Office of the Fire Marshall related to safe exits and common code concerns. Unfortunately, nobody from the RK Team won a door prize.

Occupational Health and Safety: Awareness and Engagement Session

Occupational Health and Safety: Awareness and Engagement Session

Apr 11, 2024

Byron Donovan, OHS Consultant lead the RK staff in education sessions capturing the RK’s safety goals of: 1) Respect the autonomy of our residents including the right to risk within an informed and collaborative decision-making process and; 2) fostering a culture of safety and respect for all who come in contact with our facility.

Our commitment to a culture of safety is founded in always thinking about safety, which determines how we safely carry out our duties and in turn, defines our culture. The OHS Internal Responsibility System states: “All persons employed by the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home share responsibility for their personal safety and that of their co-workers”. Safety is important to us!

During the presentation, Mr. Donovan touched on the OHS Act, Regulations, Standards and Code of Practice.  As well, he laid out our responsibilities as Senior Leaders and staff. Such responsibilities include a commitment to work safely, adhere to safety rules, conduct inspections, report incidents and hazards, wear PPE as required and to apply our safety training.

The topics covered during this presentation can be reviewed at the “Right to Know Board” located at the staff entrance.

Rehabilitation Assistant

Apr 8, 2024

POSITION: Rehabilitation Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Walking Stick Rehabilitation Services
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director Rehabilitation/Clinical Services

The Rehab Assistant is responsible for implementing rehabilitative strategies for improving residents’ quality of life through the provision of prescribed therapeutic programs, related documentation and communication. All services provided are in accordance with residents’ personal choice and preferences with the aim of achieving excellence in the care and well-being of those living in the RK MacDonald community. As an employee of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home every person has a responsibility to be involved in providing a stimulating environment for the residents. In keeping with our Mission, Vision and Core Values and our philosophy of Resident Centered Care, the Rehab Assistant, as a partner in the provision of care and support of our Residents, represents the home in a positive, professional, efficient and confidential manner.

Functions And Responsibilities

  • Understands that the Resident and family are central to all departmental activities, services and decisions
  • Establishes and maintains working relationships and performs all work in keeping with the Mission, Vision, Values and philosophy of resident centered care of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home
  • Assists the PT / OT with the assessment of residents to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
  • Assists in transfer and walking code assessment and posting
  • Provides supervision to residents utilizing Walking Stick or Front Porch accessing:
  • exercise equipment
  • paraffin wax
  • hot packs,
  • ice packs
  • massage table
  • TENS units
  • Administers treatment plans (exercise class, Front Porch and Walking Stick programs) , as prescribed by the PT / OT with resident’s consent and direction, respecting personal choice and preference including goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
  • Co-ordinates treatment plan with residents, and care team, involving family as necessary.
  • Monitor resident’s response to interventions and notifies PT / OT of changes in clinical presentation
  • Maintenance and cleaning of Red Cross equipment prior to returning to Red Cross
  • Transports residents to and from the Walking Stick / Front Porch area
  • Participants in monthly safety audit of the Walking Stick and Front Porch
  • Participates in safety audits – wheelchairs, mattresses, slings, transfer and mobility codes, roho cushions, mat alarms and rolators
  • Tracking and maintenance of Red Cross Specialized Equipment
  • Administers staff and student Resident Safe Lifting, Handling and Transfer In-services
  • Seeks out, attends and participates in personal and professional education programs.
  • Works to create a culture of safety for all
  • Provides verbal encouragement and support to any resident to maintain independence,
  • Supports interventions designed by other members of the interdisciplinary team
  • Documents result of resident’s treatment according to approved format
  • Checks and cleans equipment, maintains treatment sand storage areas, orders necessary supplies
  • Conducts group exercise classes weekly tailored to meet resident needs

Educational Qualifications

  • Graduation from a recognized Community College Rehabilitation Assistant Program or recognized OTA or PTA College program
  • Basic Medical Terminology
  • Has or willingness to obtain safety programs such as WHMIS and CPR

Experience required

  • Minimum of 3 years recent experience in a Long Term Care and/or Community setting

Skills or Competencies

  • Ability to foster, demonstrate and maintain good public relations with residents, families, visitors, and the public.
  • Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers and other members of the health care team.
  • Ability to work independently and complete assigned work
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
  • Must be physically able to perform all aspects of the work.

Other Duties

Other related duties as assigned

Approved by: Director Rehab/Clinical Services

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