Agency nurse Jobs in Amherst, NS

Become a member of the GEM family! We offer an inclusive and welcoming work environment with competitive benefits and plenty of learning opportunities. At GEM we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment. From housekeeping to administering medication, our staff is both the foundation and the face of our business.Location : Yarmouth HeightsPosition : Registered NurseSchedule : Casual position availableResponsibilitiesResponsibilities : Provide quality resident care by assessing and assisting residents with their activities of daily livingPlan, implement and evaluate quality resident care, constantly striving to improvePromote and support opportunities for professional development of self and other staffMaintain a clean, comfortable and safe environment for residents and fellow staff membersAdminister medications and treatments to residentsAct as a resource, leader and supervisor to other nursing staffPerform probationary and annual performance appraisals, providing staff with appropriate feedback and coachingEnsure resident documentation and reports are maintainedPharmacy duties such as maintaining inventory records, ensuring the narcotics count is completed at shift change, and place pharmacy ordersAssume responsibility for the facility in the absence of Senior ManagementMaintain confidentiality concerning residents, staff and organizational informationQualificationsQualificationsCurrent registration with the College of Registered NursesStandard First Aid, CPR and Phlebotomy requiredStrong communication skills, both verbal and written in EnglishStrong leadership skillsBachelor of Nursing is an assetExperience in a geriatric setting is an assetSkillsACE, Leader, Records, Reports, SupportArrayAbout GEM Health Care GroupGEM Health Care Group is a Nova Scotian, family run business which has been enhancing the lives of seniors in the communities where they operate since 1979.We continue to remain a leader in transforming how health care is delivered to seniors in Nova Scotia and we strive to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment.GEM currently operates various levels of seniors' care facilities throughout Nova Scotia, Ontario, and in Hollywood, Florida.Other InformationJob Type : CasualPay : Up to $42.00 per hourBenefits : Employee assistance programOn-site parkingSchedule : 12 hour shift8 hour shiftDay shiftEvening shiftNight shiftWeekends as needed