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- Computer skills
- Dental care
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Assistant Director of Care

GEM Health Care Group
Guysborough, NS

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Extended health care
Dental care
Company pension
Vision care
Life insurance
On-site parking

Skills

Microsoft Word
Dementia care
Nursing
Workplace hazardous materials information systems
Computer skills
Leadership
Nursing

Full job description

Company Overview

At GEM Health Care Group, we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. As a Nova Scotian, family-run business, we have been enhancing the lives of seniors since 1979.

Summary

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Director of Care to join our team in Nova Scotia. This pivotal role is essential in ensuring that our residents receive the highest quality of care while upholding our values of dignity and respect. The Assistant Director of Care is responsible for the time schedules and for assisting with human resource matters in the Nursing Department. Other functions include: ordering and inventory of supplies, staff education, infection control, and acting as a clinical resource for nursing staff. The Assistant assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Care in her (his) (their) absence.

Location: Milford Haven, Guysborough

Responsibilities

Works with the Director of Care to support and assist the nursing staff to provide quality care to all residents
Assists with the identification of educational needs of nursing staff and develops plans to address those needs
Assists with the development of orientation programs
Records the attendance of nursing staff at educational programs
Develops time schedules in conjunction with staff that address the needs of the Home and takes into consideration the needs of staff
Co-ordinates the purchase of supplies needed by the department and keeps an accurate inventory
Assists the Director of Care with human resource issues-i.e. interviewing, problem solving, staffing, etc.
Assists with staff performance appraisals as required
Assists with the development of policy-procedures as required
Is informed of infection control practices and ensures that these practices are understood and followed
Records statistics on infections in the Home and prepares a monthly report
Acts as a clinical resource for nursing staff-i.e. keeps in contact with residents and staff and is aware of their needs and concerns
Participates in appropriate committees and communicates regularly with the Director of Care so that both are informed of all issues
Liaises with physicians as necessary and ensures that the current on call schedule is posted
Coordinates administration of required vaccinations for residents.
Monitors usage of supplies bi-weekly to ensure appropriate products are being used given available resources
including;
Reviewing purchasing programs, and recommending appropriate vendors based on product specifications and price for supplies;
Purchasing and following up on receipt of supplies;
Recommending purchase of equipment for the department to the DON;
Supervising storage of supplies (e.g. medications,) in keeping with provincial government acts, regulations and standards
Assumes responsibility for O2 inventory ensuring it is used and stored in accordance with provincial guidelines and regulations.
Coordinates unit medication reviews as per Care By Design policy
Performs other related duties as may be required from time to time

Qualifications:

Current registration with Nova Scotia College of Nursing
A degree in nursing is considered an asset.
Experience in nursing management and /or nursing education
5 or more years of experience in long term care
Computer literacy- familiar with use of spreadsheets, Microsoft Word, WordPerfect

Environmental Job Demands:

Current WHMIS course and knowledge of facility fire and emergency plan and procedures.
Potential exposure to infectious and communicable diseases.
Potential exposure to physical and/or psychological injury through contact with cognitively impaired residents, residents with responsive behaviors and residents with mental health concerns.

Call-To-Action

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors and lead a dedicated team, we invite you to apply today and join us at GEM Health Care Group!

#INDH

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension
Dental care
Extended health care
Life insurance
On-site parking
Vision care

Ability to commute/relocate:

Guysborough, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Long Term Care: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

RN License (required)

Work Location: In person

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