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Assistant Director of CareGEM Health Care Group • Hammonds Plains, NS, CA
Assistant Director of Care

Assistant Director of Care

GEM Health Care Group • Hammonds Plains, NS, CA
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
Job description
Company OverviewAt 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.SummaryWe 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. Responsibilities Works with the Director of Care to support and assist the nursing staff to provide quality care to all residentsAssists with the identification of educational needs of nursing staff and develops plans to address those needsAssists with the development of orientation programsRecords the attendance of nursing staff at educational programsDevelops time schedules in conjunction with staff that address the needs of the Home and takes into consideration the needs of staffCo-ordinates the purchase of supplies needed by the department and keeps an accurate inventoryAssists the Director of Care with human resource issues-i.e. interviewing, problem solving, staffing, etc.Assists with staff performance appraisals as requiredAssists with the development of policy-procedures as requiredIs informed of infection control practices and ensures that these practices are understood and followedRecords statistics on infections in the Home and prepares a monthly reportActs as a clinical resource for nursing staff-i.e. keeps in contact with residents and staff and is aware of their needs and concernsParticipates in appropriate committees and communicates regularly with the Director of Care so that both are informed of all issuesLiaises with physicians as necessary and ensures that the current on call schedule is postedCoordinates administration of required vaccinations for residents.Monitors usage of supplies bi-weekly to ensure appropriate products are being used given available resourcesincluding;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 standardsAssumes 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 policyPerforms other related duties as may be required from time to time Qualifications Current registration with Nova Scotia College of NursingA degree in nursing is considered an asset.Experience in nursing management and /or nursing education5 or more years of experience in long term careComputer literacy- familiar with use of spreadsheets, Microsoft Word, WordPerfect About GEM Health Care Group GEM 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 Information Company pensionDental careExtended health careLife insuranceOn-site parkingVision care
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