Director of Nursing Care
Job No:
GRC169
Location:
Scarborough
Do you enjoy being part of a team who believes that together, they can achieve remarkable things?
Do you want to work in a culture where people take care of people?
Do you want a chance to make a difference in people’s lives?
Do you value the opportunity to grow and learn?
Director of Care
Retirement Suites by the Lake is searching for a full time Director of Care to join this dedicated, collaborative team. If you are an enthusiastic leader who has a passion for working with older adults, we want to hear from you!
Position Summary
The Director of Care’s primary role is directing professional nursing care for all residents. You will lead, support and supervise the nursing team to provide excellent service for our independent and assisted living residents. You will lead the assessment of all resident needs and plan, implement, and evaluate the care needs. You will work in close collaboration with our Executive Director and Marketing Manager, attending physicians and all other department managers.
Qualifications
- Current Registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Current CPR and First Aid
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are required.
- Minimum 3 years experience in a nursing role
- Experience as a supervisor or manager an asset
- Medication Administration Skills using EMar system
- Knowledge of Point Click Care
- Experience in Retirement residence setting preferred
- Knowledge of the RHA and other relevant legislation
- Excellent computer skills, spread sheets, email & word documents
- Excellent Customer Service & Leadership skills with a passion for leading a positive team environment.
- Must possess a valid Ontario driver’s license and provide a vehicle to perform the duties of this position
The Director of Care we are looking for:
- Compassionate, respectful and strong leader.
- Sound analytical thinking, and execution skills
- Demonstrated ability to assess the health status of a resident
- Organizational abilities and initiative are essential to success in this role
If you have a passion for working with seniors, love working as a team, and are ready to lead a team in this management role; we would love to hear from you!
Greenwood Retirement Communities is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. Please notify Greenwood Retirement Communities if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation Greenwood Retirement Communities will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.