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Occupational Therapist

Jun 30, 2020

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POSITION: Occupational Therapist
DEPARTMENT: Walking Stick Rehabilitation
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director, Rehabilitation Services

Reporting to the Director of Clinical Services, the Occupational Therapist is responsible for encouraging growth through the provision of programs and services to residents according to established standards and administrative policies.  This will involve promotion of health and optimal occupational performance; prevention of disability; assessing resident’s needs, and planning, implementing, evaluating and documenting a plan of care. Occupational Therapists work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.  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 the philosophy of RK MacDonald Nursing Home and the established policies and procedures of RK MacDonald Nursing Home, all services provided are in accordance with residents’ personal choice and preferences with the aim of achieving excellence in the care and well-being. In keeping with our Mission, Vision and Core Values and our philosophy of Resident Centered Care, the Occupational Therapist, 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

Professional Accountability

  1. Carries out assessment, plan implementation, plan evaluation and education in accordance with RK policies and procedures, the Occupational Therapy Code of Ethics, the National Occupational Therapy competency requirements, and the Occupational Therapy Act of Nova Scotia.
  2. Conducts self within legal/ethical/professional obligations and requirements.
  3. Performs beyond entry level competencies and within medical directives and delegated medical functions as approved for the practice setting as per the the National Occupational Therapy competency requirements, and the Occupational Therapy Act of Nova Scotia.
  4. Works as a champion of person-centered care.
  5. Respects the individuality, autonomy and confidentiality of the resident and ensures the resident is treated respectfully and uses an resident centred approach involving shared decision making and responsibility with the resident and Substitute Decision Maker.
  6. Demonstrates professional integrity and a commitment to the well-being of all residents.
  7. Engages in professional development and lifelong learning activities.
  8. Orientation of new employees and mentoring / preceptors new and existing employees as appropriate.
  9. Acts as a mentor / preceptor for student clinical internships.

Communication and Collaboration

  1. Establishes and maintains effective communication with residents, relevant others and professional colleagues.
  2. Maintains an accurate account of care given through clear, concise, written and verbal communication and evaluates, communicates and documents resident response to care in a timely manner.
  3. Develops and maintains information systems to ensure appropriate access to accurate, objective, relevant information about the resident and general occupational therapy services.
  4. Collaborates, partners, and communicates with the individual, family, and external service providers when there is a difference between the care plan and the wants, needs and abilities of the resident.
  5. Demonstrates effective collaboration and inter-professional teamwork by consulting and sharing information with other health professionals, family and community organizations in a timely manner, provided resident consent is obtained where required, to ensure comprehensive, safe service delivery.
  6. Facilitate admission planning and transitions across the health care continuum, ensuring the resident’s needs are met in appropriate setting.
  7. Participation in staff meetings or working group meetings.
  8. Participation in and /or leadership of program planning, research, continuous quality improvement initiatives, committees, staff education, safety initiatives, and accreditation as requested.
  9. Demonstrates effective verbal and non-verbal communication abilities to prevent adverse events.
  10. Communicates effectively in special high-risk situations to ensure the safety of residents.

Assessment / Treatment / Education

  1. Participates in screening and prioritizing referrals to Occupational Therapy to determine the individual’s need for Occupational Therapy Services as required. Identifies the resident, based on each unique situation, and identifies the resident’s support system (e.g., family, significant others, caregivers, community, etc.).
  2. Consults with the resident on options for service; explains and obtains resident consent. Services at the RK include:
    • Seating prescription – assessment and maintenance
    • Assessment and provision of Individual Specialized Equipment
    • Administration of the Red Cross Specialized Equipment
    • Dysphagia Assessment
    • Pressure Management – Wound care
    • Activities of Daily Living Assessment
    • Administration of wheelchair safety audits and maintenance
    • Administration of specialized mattress program
    • Assessment and provision of slings for ceiling / hoyer lifts
    • Transfer Code and Mobility Assessments
    • Mental Health and Behavioural Assessments
    • Provide clinical education to occupational therapy student interns
    • Provides annual Safe Lifting and Transferring In-services for CCA staff
  1. Selects an appropriate theoretical approach to address the resident’s occupational performance issues.
  2. Advocates with resident to establish positive first contact, consults on options for service; educates and collaborates to establish/remind resident of previous signing and document consent.
  3. Engages with resident to build rapport and the relationship, clarify values, organize a schedule and places to meet for assessment.
  4. Collaborates with resident to identify priorities for assessment and possible expected outcomes.
  5. Collaborates with members of the healthcare team and resident to collect, validate and expand assessment data.
  6. Documents and communicates pertinent information in a timely and concise manner.
  7. Monitors, through assessment data, the ongoing status of the resident.
  8. Recognizes changes in occupational performance and engagement, functional abilities, and health care needs and adjusts the care plan accordingly.

Planning

  1. Engages the resident in the goal setting process to identify the resident’s priorities.
  2. Engages in critical thinking, analyzes and interprets assessment data for the resident, his/her support system and the health care team to identify the resident’s occupational performance issues, strengths and weaknesses.
  3. Re-evaluates and adjusts theoretical approach (es) as necessary to fit with the resident’s Occupational Performance Issues (OPIs).
  4. Through collaboration with the resident, develops the plan of care based on the analysis of assessment findings, chosen theoretical approaches, clinical best practices, and the resident’s vision for his/her life opportunities.
  5. Initiates planning and establishes short and long term goals, expected outcomes, a plan of care, and a discharge plan.
  6. Applies knowledge of pertinent Occupational Therapy and related healthcare research and evidence to care planning; uses current knowledge to justify plan of care.
  7. Integrates interdisciplinary and multiagency factors into the care plan.
  8. Negotiates and communicates with the resident, his/her support system, the health care team, and service providers when there is a difference between the care plan and the wants, needs and strengths of the resident.

Implementation

  1. Engages the resident in treatment (either individual or group) by providing interventions with an aim to maximize occupational functioning and minimize barriers that impede occupational engagement. Implementation of the plan involves promotion of safety, choice, and risk engagement.
  2. Interventions may occur in resident’s usual environment and may include one or more of the following: remediation, adaptation, compensation, prevention, health promotion, or education. Interventions typically target the person, occupation, and environment collectively as these elements are inter-related.
  3. Teach and coach residents and families in a flexible and creative manner using accurate and consistent information, which may include the development of educational materials.
  4. Plans for timely completion of occupational therapy intervention and follow-up, as required, to meet resident’s needs.
  5. Delegates appropriate tasks / activities to a Rehabilitation Assistant, rehabilitation aide, or other members of the health care team.
  6. Supervises Rehabilitation Assistants, and Rehabilitation Aides.

Evaluation

  1. Engages the resident in treatment (either individual or group) by providing interventions with an aim to maximize occupational functioning and minimize barriers that impede occupational engagement. Implementation of the plan involves promotion of safety, choice, and risk engagement.
  2. Interventions may occur in resident’s usual environment and may include one or more of the following: remediation, adaptation, compensation, prevention, health promotion, or education. Interventions typically target the person, occupation, and environment collectively as these elements are inter-related.
  3. Teach and coach residents and families in a flexible and creative manner using accurate and consistent information, which may include the development of educational materials.
  4. Plans for timely completion of occupational therapy intervention and follow-up, as required, to meet resident’s needs.
  5. Delegates appropriate tasks / activities to a Rehabilitation Assistant, rehabilitation aide, or other members of the health care team.
  6. Supervises Rehabilitation Assistants, and Rehabilitation Aides.

Other Related Duties

Other duties as assigned by the Director of Clinical Services

Inter-professional Competencies

  1. Describes one’s roles and responsibilities and scope of practice clearly to other professionals / residents / family members.
  2. Describes overlapping aspects of own professional knowledge and skills with other health professionals and paraprofessionals.
  3. Recognizes and respects the role, responsibilities and competence of other professions / paraprofessionals in relation to one’s own.
  4. Demonstrates respect and trust to ensure that collaborative relationships are fostered.
  5. Practices within own scope of practice, code of ethics, standards and/or clinical guidelines while working within a collaborative person-centered relationship.
  6. Works with others to assess, plan, provide and review care to maximize health outcomes for individual residents.
  7. Gathers assessment data from all health professionals/paraprofessionals / residents / family involved in care.
  8. Demonstrates effective sharing of information and exchanging of ideas.
  9. Integrates information from each health professional / paraprofessional / resident / family to develop common resident centred goals.
  10. Participates effectively and appropriately in an inter-professional health care team to optimize resident safety.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

Minimum Formal Education

Education preparation accepted by the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia for Registration with the Nova Scotia College of Occupational Therapists.

Certification / Registration / Designation

  1. Eligible for registration with the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia.
  2. Eligible for membership with the Nova Scotia Society of Occupational Therapists and the Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists.

Special Knowledge and Skills

  1. Thorough knowledge of Occupational Therapy practice, with an interest in program development and evaluation skills
  2. Demonstrated accountability and responsibility.
  3. Strong resident focus and ability to build solid resident relationships.
  4. Demonstrated collaboration and teamwork skills with the resident at the centre.
  5. Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
  6. Demonstrated leadership abilities.
  7. Demonstrated planning, organization, and time management skills.
  8. Commitment to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices and organizational health.
  9. Demonstrated good attendance in current and past employment.
  10. Exemplary work history as demonstrated in current and past employment.
  11. Computer skills (e.g., statistics input, word processing, email, etc.).
  12. Physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position.
  13. Occupational Therapy is a diverse profession and additional courses/education/ or training in many specialized areas of practice may be required, e.g., stroke rehabilitation, seating, splinting, mental health services, etc.
  14. Experience with the Red Cross Specialize Equipment Program
  15. Experiences managing Responsive Behaviors or willingness to learn

Judgement and Initiative

  1. Identifies the need for and coordinates occupational therapy services to maintain and enhance the occupational performance and engagement of the resident.
  2. Continuously engages in critical thinking, and evaluates plan of care and makes revisions to plan as necessary in consultation and collaboration with the resident, his/her support system and other members of the health care team.
  3. Articulates rationale for decisions that are based on clinical best practice, current theory and research
  4. Intervenes when standards of practice are violated or not upheld.
  5. Refers to appropriate professionals for issues beyond the profession’s scope of practice and the individual’s personal competence.
  6. Seeks direction or assistance from other health care professionals as required.

Type and Level of Supervision Exercised

  1. Delegates appropriate tasks/ activities to a Rehabilitation Assistant, rehabilitation aide, or other members of the health care team.
  2. Supervision of Occupational therapy assistants, rehabilitation assistants, and occupational therapy aides.
  3. Acts as a mentor / preceptor for students.

Key Relationships:

  1. Engages with resident to build rapport and the relationship, clarify values, organize a schedule and places to meet for assessment.
  2. Collaborates with resident to identify priorities for assessment and possible expected outcomes.
  3. Collaborates and communicates effectively with resident, his/her support system, team member(s) and internal/external resources to implement and coordinate plan of care/services.
  4. Collaborates and works consultatively with team members, all levels of management, and other departments and agencies both internal and external to the organization.
  5. Engages with Professional Associations.
  6. Act as a Communicator, to promote of the profession of Occupational Therapy, and the concepts of occupational performance, occupational functioning and occupational engagement.

Physical Demand

Physical capabilities to perform the duties of the position including working in awkward positions; sitting; stretching/reaching; on feet, standing/walking; pulling/pushing; lifting more than 40 lbs.; transferring residents; crouching; and manual dexterity.

Mental and Visual Demand

These include but are not limited to:

  • Active listening / counselling / interviewing
  • Clinical reasoning and critical thinking
  • Observation
  • Providing training/instruction to patients/students/families/caregivers
  • Report Writing/documentation
  • Data entry/computer use
  • Health Record review
  • Making presentations
  • Driving

Working Environment and Unavoidable Hazards:

Work is inside in resident’s rooms and Occupational Therapy spaces

Safety (resident, worker & workplace)

Demonstrate good stewardship in the identification, reporting & mitigation of unsafe Acts or conditions

  1. Contribute to a culture of resident safety.
  2. Work in teams for resident safety.
  3. Communicate effectively for resident safety.
  4. Manage safety risks.
  5. Optimize human and environmental factors.
  6. Recognize, respond to and disclose adverse events.

Professional Qualification / Education / Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years recent experience in a Long Term Care setting and/or Community with emphasis on adaptive equipment [Red Cross Specialized Equipment Program] and responsive behaviors
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy or Masters of Science in Occupational Therapy Entry Level, from an accredited University.
  • Registered member of the College of Occupational Therapists of Nova Scotia.
  • Safety certification such as BCLS, CPR, WHIMIS, CPI
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to organize, develop and initiate ideas and programs.
  • Commitment to working in an interdisciplinary approach.
  • Demonstrate good communication skills, verbally and in writing.
  • Demonstrated physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
  • Good Attendance and Work Record.
  • Alzheimer and Related Dementia course
  • Criminal Records check – including Vulnerable Sector Search

Care Services Administrative Assistant

Oct 25, 2018

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

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RN – Charge Nurse

Nov 17, 2015

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POSITION: RN – Charge Nurse
DEPARTMENT: Nursing
RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Care

The RN-Charge Nurse provides front-line leadership to the nursing and support staff and ensures that the mission, vision and values, expected behaviors, leadership philosophy, ethics, safety, quality and inter-professional collaboration are integrated within the Home. The RN-Charge Nurse is responsible to the Director of Care for the overall quality improvement of resident care and is responsible for the planning, directing and coordinating of resident care and for monitoring the quality outcomes as they relate to the care provided by staff.

The RN-Charge Nurse is accountable and responsible to model the way, to demonstrate excellence in practice and to provide staff with assistance, support and confidence in the delivery of holistic, person-centered care. They must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to ensure effective communication with all members of the care team, including the resident and family.

Key Responsibilities

Implicit in this role is the responsibility for managing and participating in the day-to-day provision of quality care for all residents. The RN-Charge Nurse is responsible to utilize leadership and management skills to identify and solve problem. In supporting our vision of an alive and vibrant community built on meaningful relationships that celebrates and encourages a uniqueness of spirit and character the RN-Charge Nurse is responsible for building and developing, for supporting and encouraging the development and continuance of a cohesive, responsive, cooperative care team that maintains a continual focus on a holistic approach to living. As an employee of the RK Mac Donald Nursing Home the RN-Charge Nurse 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 RN-Charge Nurse, as a partner in the provision of care and support of our Residents, represents the home in a positive, professional, efficient and confidential manner.

1. Leadership: accountable to inspire staff to engage with our vision and to coach and build a team that it is more effective at achieving the vision.

  • Knowledgeable of and monitors compliance with the provincial LTC Facility program Requirements, the Home’s philosophy of care, accreditation standards, policies & procedures
  • Responsible for the efficient and effective day to day functioning of the unit
  • Actively involved in the concerns process, providing resolution to concerns as close to the issue as possible
  • Acts as a Role Model by creating an atmosphere that empowers staff to contribute to the delivery of high quality care
  • Provides a visible, identifiable presence that invites feedback and discussion
  • Contributes to the delivery of organizational objectives
  • Facilitates change to overcome problems and/or weaknesses identified through observation, feedback or audits as well as in response to changes in policy/procedure
  • Acts as a professional role model/mentor and resource person including the orientation of all new staff
  • Monitors skills and competencies of all staff and ensures that the skills are kept current taking appropriate proactive or corrective action when required
  • Demonstrates and promotes excellent communication and interpersonal relationships with staff, residents, families and other care providers
  • Identifies learning needs and liaisons with Education Coordinator to develop a plan to meet these needs
  • Supports staff as they advocate for their residents and families
  • Takes initiative, identifies opportunities for improvement and finds innovative ways to change and grow
  • Recognizes and shows appreciation for the contribution of others
  • Supports staff and manages the first level of discussion with staff difficulties and undesirable behaviors
  • Manages conflict on the unit
  • Enhancing staff satisfaction by creating a challenging and positive work environment
  • Performs duties of Supervising RN when required

2. Clinical Care Coordination and Supervision: accountable for the delivery of safe and competent, resident focused care

  • To be familiar with the resident population in order to make safe and appropriate decisions about assignments
  • To assign and reassign resident care appropriately
  • Responsible for ensuring standards of care and practice are achieved
  • Provides safe and competent direct clinical care when required
  • Performs nursing assessments to support/direct care delivered by LPN/CCA staff
  • Performs nursing treatments as required
  • Active in the bi-annual medication review
  • Develops and maintains a current plan of care that is resident centered and focuses on achievable goals and outcomes
  • Provides leadership, education, direction and coordination to staff  ensuring safe & effective clinical practices are occurring
  • Ensures completion of monthly audits and safety inspections are complete
  • Enhances the resident experience by performing rounds and building relationships
  • Develops and participates in CQI initiatives for unit and facility
  • Acts as a resource for staff, physicians, family, residents
  • Leads the admission process ensuring that the focus of care is holistic and person rather than medically centered

3. Human Resources: Accountable to maximize employee performance in service to the Mission, Vision & Values of the Home and in keeping with the strategic plan.

  • Monitors and evaluates performance of staff
  • Conducts annual performance reviews with all staff
  • Assists each staff person in development goals and action plans specific to their performance review and learning needs
  • Meets with staff quarterly to review progress on goals & assists in revising plan as required
  • Supports staff so that expectations can be met
  • Provide guidance and direction to staff
  • Mentors staff in their role
  • Acts as a coach to enhance or modify behaviors
  • Acts as a Role Model for constructive behaviors such as affiliative, self-actualization, humanistic-encouraging and achievement oriented attitudes
  • Conducts staff meetings at least monthly, preferably bi-weekly
  • Assists education Coordinator in the planning of clinical orientation of new staff
  • Monitors the orientation and progress of new staff
  • Ensures new staff are assigned a ‘buddy’ for the probationary period of employment
  • Ensures that probationary performance reviews are conducted

4. Family Relations: Accountable for the recognition and inclusion of family as care givers. Responsible for establishing and maintaining compassionate and respectful relationships with family members and recognizing the critical role they continue to play in the lives of those entrusted in our care.

  • Maintain open and respectful lines of communication
  • Ensures family is invited and welcomed as a partner in care
  • Welcomes and encourages family feedback
  • Monitors and responds to email on a daily basis
  • Investigates and responds to feedback as per policy
  • Encourages involvement in Family Council
  • Ensures that all staff foster positive service relationships with residents and their families in their day to day work
  • Ensures on-going communication with family to inform them of issues, changes etc.

5. Continuous Quality Improvement & Occupational Health and Safety

  • Investigates incident reports
  • Participates in monthly safety checks
  • Participates in implementing and evaluating quality initiatives
  • Actively involved in Committees as required by DOC
  • Ensures safe work practices are adhered to at all times
  • Ensures staff adhere to infection control practices

Educational Qualifications

  1. RN, BScN preferred
  2. Current registration with CRNNS
  3. Certificate in gerontology nursing preferred
  4. Current (or willingness to obtain) CPR, WHIMIS ,CPI

Experience Required

1. Five years nursing experience in Geriatric Nursing
2. Previous supervisory experience an asset

Knowledge & Skills Required

  1. Demonstrated flexibility
  2. Demonstrated leadership abilities
  3. Evidence of the ability to motivate others
  4. Strong resident focus and ability to build relationships
  5. Commitment to supporting a culture that that supports and lives our mission, vision & values
  6. Demonstrated Self Confidence duty to protect well-being of residents not to please co-workers
  7. Demonstrated Critical thinking & problem solving skills
  8. Demonstrated commitment to self-learning and continuous professional education
  9. Effective and compassionate communication & interpersonal skills
  10. Conflict resolution

Competencies

Competence means the ability to integrate and apply the knowledge, skills and judgement required to practice safely and ethically in a designated role and practice setting.

  1. Ongoing professional development and competence is required
  2. Maintains an awareness of current trends and issues in gerontology nursing care
  3. Identifies, achieves and maintains own professional development needs