Lead the frontline care team in Home nestled into the Westmount community of London. For over 60 years, S&R Group has created communities that are good for life by putting our Residents first!

Qualifications:

• Registered Practical Nurse with a current registration and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Experience in geriatric nursing with a genuine interest in all aspects of Long Term Care
• Clear understanding of Resident-Directed Care
• Knowledge of LTC legislation, MOH compliance and Health and Safety
• Experience working with seniors in a long term care setting
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and team skills
• Demonstrated experience and passion for positive leadership Computer skills (knowledge of Point Click Care, Microsoft Office)
• Ability to speak to a group as needed
• Proficient in HQO principles and activities related to quality improvement activities including data collection, analysis, reporting, building QIPS.

Responsibilities:

Leads and collaborates with Leadership Team concerning educational requirements within the Home and specific to the home area assigned

• Responsible to lead the front line team in a designated resident home area communicating the goals and priorities of the organization, the vision and policies, empowering the team to deliver care and services in an inclusive work environment to achieve the best resident outcomes
• Responsible for clinical programs and ensure compliance protocols maintained in good standing and Nursing standards of practice are upheld
• Responsible to participate in all quality activities in the home in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment
• Manage resident and family concerns as they arise to avoid further escalation of issues
• Responsible to assist with hiring, performance management, disciplines and terminations of applicable team members within the department when required
• Responsible to participate in and onboard newly hired PSW team members
• Support and orientate the use of Point Click Care and Point of Care method of documentation
• Provides leadership to the PSW group and is responsible for all HR related issues for the PSW group
• Coordinate and lead PSW team meetings and daily home area huddles
• Ensures completion of performance appraisals of direct reports (PSW’s)
• Advocates for Resident Rights and helps to develop individualized Resident Care Plans
• Assist in maintenance of records/documentation of resident’s condition, progress, care, specific instructions and evaluations
• Leads and collaborates with Leadership Team concerning educational requirements within the Home and specific to the home area assigned
• Keep up to date with new and current trends in nursing and Gerontology
• Effectively leads the team by example and works collaboratively with the leadership team in achieving the goals and priorities established
• Agile work hours to support the needs of the home as required, example evening hours and weekends
• Support the MRC and the nursing department as required
• Participates in Care Conferences as required
• Other tasks as directed by supervisor

Please refer the Job description for details