Simply Ducky Manager

RK Artists Meet & Greet

Please join us on Friday, July 26th

2:15-3:15 p.m.

to Meet & Greet

the

RK MacDonald Nursing Home Artists

Celebrating their Art Show 2019

at the

People’s Place Library – Main Street

Rk Artists

 

 

 

 

Rk Artists

General Worker (Janitor)

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

POSITION: General Worker (Janitor)
DEPARTMENT: Environmental Services
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Environmental & Food Services

Scope of Position

Reporting to the Director of Environmental & Food Services, the General Worker (Janitor) provides janitorial duties for the facility. As an employee of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home, he/she has a responsibility to be involved in providing a stimulating environment for the residents. In keeping with our Mission, Vision and Values and our philosophy of Resident Centered Care, the General Worker (Janitor) 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.

Functions and Responsibilities

  1. Understand that the Residents/Families 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, Core Values and Philosophy of resident Centered Care of the RK MacDonald Nursing Home.
  3. To promote and maintain the safety of Residents, staff and visitors as a strategic priority for the home at all times.
  4. Work as a team with other departments in the Home.
  5. Attend monthly Departmental meetings and serve on other committees as required.
  6. Assist in orientation of new staff.
  7. Ability to organize and complete assigned workloads.
  8. Work under constant interruptions in daily work routines.
  9. Knowledge and practice the safe use of all department equipment.
  10. Report necessary home/equipment related repairs to Department Manager or Supervisor.
  11. Assist Director or Supervisor in evaluating new equipment and chemical products.
  12. Attend and participate in education in-service, workshops, seminars, etc.
  13. General cleaning of specific areas as assigned by the Director or Supervisor.
  14.  Sweep, wash, buff, burnish and wax floors as per established procedure.
  15. Assist with loading washers & dryers in the Laundry Department to start shift.
  16. Do Laundry and Garbage runs at beginning of shift.
  17. Assist in keeping walkways clear of debrie, litter, snow, etc.
  18. Collect waste and clean containers as per established procedure inside and outside of building.
  19. Vacuum floor mats on a daily basis.
  20. Clean ceilings, walls, windows, lights shades, wheel chairs, vents, sprinklers, etc as per established procedures.
  21. Assist in the transportation or removal of furniture or equipment as necessary.
  22. Current certification in Confined Spaces and Transportation of Dangerous Goods, NVCJ.
  23. Maintains storage in Shed and Resident storage.
  24. Assist with the ground care; mowing lawns, wiper snipping, watering lawns, at R.K. and Ant. Manor
  25. Familiar with Departmental Policy and Procedure Manual.
  26. Annually assess or attend required in-service training for staff provided on-site and via on-line Surge Learning tool provided by the RK.
  27. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director or Supervisor.

Education, Training, Experience

Must have a valid Nova Scotia Driver’s License.

Good physical health, ability to work independently and with others, ability to follow verbal and written instructions, ability to learn the operation of equipment, ability to perform repetitive tasks, and ability to work in a warm congested area.

Grade 12 Education. Must have a good working knowledge of janitorial and floor care.

Job Fair for CCA’s

Are you kind, caring and compassionate? Always wanted to become a Continuing Care Assistant?

Are you interested in working as part of a friendly, supportive and skilled team?

If so, you may be the person we are looking for!
R.K MacDonald is an employer who is willing to provide and invest in in-house education opportunities and support successful candidates in becoming Continuing Care Assistants.

You can apply now online at jobs@rkmacdonald.ca or join us at our Job Fairs on Thursday, May 2nd, 2019 from 6-7:30 p.m. and Saturday May 4th, 2019 from 9-11 a.m. at 64 Pleasant Street Antigonish NS.

R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home is a rich and vibrant community that recognizes and appreciates the uniqueness of every person who lives and works here. This uniqueness of spirit and character drives the life plan for our residents. We strive to provide the best possible care and services to our clients and as a result, we are looking for people who genuinely care.

We have immediate vacancies for PCW (PSW, HSW) with employment designed to enable those interested to become a certified Continuing Care Assistant.

RK MacDonald Nursing Home - CCA's

We offer:

  • Comprehensive Benefit package including;
  • Pension contributions; Vacation,
  • Sick benefits (upon Completion of a 528 hr. Probation Period);
  • Health Benefits

We are looking for people who:

  • Have an interest in being a caregiver.
  • Does not have CCA certification but have been working in the role of Personal Care Worker; Home Support Worker; and other classifications of this role.
  • Are a graduate from a related Health and Human Services Programs such as: Social and Community Support; Social Services; Community Residential Worker; Human Services Worker; and are interested in obtaining your certification as a Continuing Care Assistant.

Job Fairs – Seeking PCWs

Job Fairs at R.K. Macdonald Nursing Home on November 7th and 10th, 2018.

Seeking PCWs who are wanting to work to become certified CCAs.

R.K. Macdonald Nursing Home - Job Fair

We are looking for people who:

Have an interest in being a caregiver Do not have a CCA certification but have been working in the role of Personal Care Worker; Personal Support Worker or Home Support Worker. Are a graduate from a related Health and Human Services Programs such as: Social and Community Support; Social Services; Community Residential Worker; Human Services Worker; and are interested in obtaining their certification as a Continuing Care Assistant.

Apply now online or join us at our Job Fairs on November 7th from 6:30-8:00 pm or on November 10th from 10 a.m. to noon at 64 Pleasant Street, Antigonish, NS.

Care Services Administrative Assistant

POSITION: Care Services Administrative Assistant
DEPARTMENT: Nursing/Environmental/ Food Services (Payroll Purpose “Nursing Dept.)
RESPONSIBLE TO: Directors of Clinical & Environmental & Food Services

The Office Administrative Assistant provides clerical support primarily to the Director and Assistant of Clinical Services, and Director of Environmental & Food Services and at times may be called upon for assistance by other members of the Senior Leadership team for support. In keeping with our Mission, Vision and Values and our philosophy of Resident Centered Care, the Office Administrative Assistant 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.

This position requires excellence in office and organizational skills (both analytical and problem solving) to ensure the efficiency of the office and an ability to maintain absolute confidentiality, sound judgment, and professionalism when dealing with sensitive issues associated with the day-day operations of this Long Term Care Home.

Key Responsibilities

1. Administrative and Clerical Support

  • Communicates with assigned Senior Leaders as required to coordinate and prioritize tasks or assignments, to meet deadlines, and to plan future administrative support needs.
  • Keeps assigned Leaders up to date on changes/ things that affect their departments and anticipates and plans for upcoming events.
  • Schedules appointments, books meetings/& rooms, catering, and other events as needed or anticipates by utilizing Microsoft outlook or other processes in place.
  • Prepares, modifies and inputs data in various documents using Microsoft office, including: memos, letters, minutes, agendas, forms, spread sheets, etc.
  • Prepares meeting materials.
  • Assists with the procurement and purchasing of supplies and equipment for the Nursing and Environmental and Food Services Departments following purchasing protocol with necessary quotes and approval of funds.
  • Coordinates Registration and Travel arrangements upon request.
  • Run errands as needed.
  • Maintains electronic and hard copy filing systems and follows policy when it comes to shredding and storage of files.
  • Provides general administrative clerical support including copying, scanning, faxing, mailing, revisions, and distributing documents.
  • Reviews outgoing material for completeness, dates and signatures.
  • Track departmental forms such as purchase orders, supply requisitions.
  • Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision.
  • Supports the Front Administrative Office in the absence of the Executive Administrative Assistant in assuming general day to day functions such as: answering the Home Business phone, directing visitors, CARE VAN and requests and drivers, copying, supplies, keys, and other administrative tasks that are necessary prior to the return of EAA.
  • Provides passwords for WIFI to staff.
  • Performs other duties as required.

2.Environment/Dietary Support

  • Inputs approved scheduling requests, prepares, prints and circulates the monthly schedules approved by the Director.
  • Inputs bi-weekly scheduling changes, runs verification reports and once signed & approved by Director, forwards report to Finance for processing.
  • In conjunction with either the Director, Dietitian or cooks assists in placing weekly food supply orders via online or phone.

3. Nursing Support

  • Coordinates new Admission Care Conferences with family and care team.
  • Coordinates & labels Blood Requisitions in the Ward clerks.
  • Notifies Placement Office (DOHW) of vacant resident bed and distributes potential new admission packages to Director or Designate.
  • Schedules and notifies resident/family and all care partners for semi-annual multi-disciplinary care conferences.
  • In the absence of Nursing Scheduler or Ward Clerk inputs biweekly changes in Dept. schedules and runs verification reports for payroll with signed approval from Director of Clinical Services or designate.
  • CQI data entry i.e. event reports, falls, SERT team report.
  • Coordinates Student Clinical placements.
  • Coordinates Med Reviews (bi annually).
  • Maintains Wandering Guard Program i.e. ordering supplies, updates list.
  • Coordinates and processes funding requests for Residents with DOHW (i.e. custodial or special needs).
  • Coordinates Annual Influenza Immunizations for residents and staff with Supervising RN.

4.Internal/external committee participation

  • Occupational Health and Safety (JOSH)
  • Resident Council
  • Participates on other committees as required
  • Supports resident care as time permits, i.e. sitting with resident, escorting them to activities, etc.

Skills and Competencies

  • Proven capacity to manage sensitive information with the highest degree of integrity, professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and communication (verbal, written) skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to clearly write, speak and interact professionally required.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of Management and Staff, Residents, and families and have good interaction with Business and Community relations.
  • Demonstrated competence to work with minimal supervision.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in composing professional communications, i.e., letters, emails, memos for internal or external use.
  • Demonstrated expertise in the MS Office suite of programs, i.e. Word, Data Base management, Presentation, Outlook (email) and internet
  • Confirmed excellence in ability to prioritize projects and work and manage the unexpected.
  • Proven effective and efficient organizational abilities, using self-direction and sound judgement to prioritize workload and to coordinate multiple and competing task demands and deadlines.
  • Demonstrated proficiency to work in a fast paced environment with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to deal with internal and external customers in a tactful and courteous manner.
  • Ability to devise or adopt office procedures to changing organizational needs.
  • Ability to organize and coordinate functions and tasks, with frequent interruptions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships internally and externally.
  • Well-organized and self-directed.
  • Ability both to take initiative and follow-through.

Educational Qualifications

  • Graduate from a recognized Administrative Assistant/Office Administration Program.

Experience Required

  • Experience in a health care setting preferred

Approved by: CEO for/Director of Clinical & Environmental & Food Services

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

Pelly Sisters Combined for 125 years of Service

We would like to thank The Casket for covering the story on the Pelly Sisters. The trio has worked, combined, almost 125 years at the Antigonish facility. “We were only babies when we came,” Vicky said, with a laugh.

RK MacDonald Nursing Home - Pelley Sisters By The Casket

It is a family affair for the Pelly sisters, when it comes to working at the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home in Antigonish. – Corey LeBlanc The Casket

She is the newcomer, when it comes to service time, having 37 years under her belt, while Eva has 44. Kandy retired last year after 43 years working in the R.K. kitchen.

“It is nice when the residents know your name,” Eva said, when asked about favourite parts of her job.

“There is a different challenge every day,” Vicky said.

She added there have been “a lot of changes,” since she started working there.

“I was scared to death,” Eva, with a laugh, said of her first day on the job, noting she had never worked with seniors.

To read all of this story from The Casket, click here.

60th Anniversary at RK MacDonald

We would like to thank The Casket for covering our 60th Anniversary Celebration held on Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018.

RK Macdonald - Corey LeBlanc Photo of Michelle & Lynn

Resident Lynn Mersereau visits with Michelle Thompson, R. K. MacDonald Nursing Home CEO, Wednesday afternoon (Oct. 3) during an open house celebrating the 60th anniversary of the facility. Corey LeBlanc The Casket

“Let the trumpet sound – rejoice and be glad – for the spirit of celebration resounds, once again, in this special place, as we proclaim the 60th anniversary of the R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home.”

“That’s how Sister Brendalee Boisvert, Sisters of Saint Martha congregation leader, began her remarks during an open house celebration at the Antigonish residence Wednesday afternoon (Oct. 3).”

To read all of this story from The Casket, click here.

Voice For Care Magazine – Fall 2018

In a recent issue of Voice For Care Magazine, there was a lovely article done on the Storytelling Program:

“Most Wednesdays since earlyspring, you will find a dedicated group of Residents and support people gathered in the Rhubarb Patch, engaged in a lively afternoon of story writing, laughter and comradery. The storytelling program is a collaboration with R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home and Arts Health Antigonish (AHA!). “The RK MacDonald Nursing Home: Art & Darlene

You can read the full magazine click here.

Buddy Bench at RK

We are very pleased to reproduce the below excerpt of an article by Sam Macdonald of The Casket published on August 14th.

‘A little sanctuary’: Antigonish Community Comes Together to Create Buddy Bench at RK MacDonald Nursing Home

Kim Cameron-MacDonald (upper left), Francis Grenier, Emma MacDonald, Mary Grace, Mary Partridge, Diane Delorey (bottom left), Donna MacLean, Mary Margaret Grace and Sadie Boyd – all enjoying the fine weather with the Buddy Bench – the newest addition to the garden area of the RK MacDonald Nursing Home. – Sam Macdonald

A new, colourful addition adorns the garden area of the RK MacDonald nursing home.

The bench is hard to miss. The bright yellow bench is decorated in the rainbow-coloured handprints of several generations of people and is the product of a partnership between members of Antigonight: Art After Dark Festival, staff and residents of RK MacDonald and youth from the local Montessori School.

“It took a lot of priming and painting to get that beautiful yellow that is there now,” Emma MacDonald, festival director for Antigonight, said, describing how the handprints belong to several generations of Antigonishers.

“We also wanted to use a lot of bright, primary colours for the handprints. We wanted to incorporate an inter-generational piece to this community art project.”

You can read the rest of  the article on The Casket’s website here.

Arts Canopy Project Benefits Celebrated

The Arts Health Antigonish Arts Canopy project was recently recognized with an artwork unveiling.

A well-attended art unveiling at R.K. MacDonald Nursing Home, Sept. 26, served as an appropriate time to recognize the good work done, as well as continuing efforts of, Arts Health Antigonish’s (AHA) Arts Canopy Project.

“Arts Canopy Project is an Arts Health Antigonish initiative which has helped to bring a number of arts-based projects to people; seniors and other folks, who are living in the community,” program co-ordinator Mary Partridge told the audience gathered for the unveiling, in the front foray of the nursing home on Pleasant Street.

You can read the entire article, which was posted on October 4th, on the Casket’s website here.