Co-Director of Care (RN) - Full Time

Co-Director of Care (RN)

Status: Full Time

Location: On site at 355 Broadway, Orangeville, ON

Existing Vacancy

Jarlette Health Services is a family-centric organization that has built a tradition of excellence in making an outstanding difference in the lives of the residents, families, employees, and communities it serves. As a proudly Canadian organization, with 14 Long Term Care Homes and 8 Retirement Lodges across Ontario, Jarlette Health Services has established itself as an industry leader with over 55 years of experience in the dynamic senior care sector.

Avalon Care Centre is a fully accredited long term care home in Orangeville, Ontario and serves 137 residents. Orangeville is approximately 60 km north of Mississauga and offers a small-town feel with big-city amenities, a thriving arts scene, extensive park and recreation facilities, and easy access to natural landscapes. The community is known for its welcoming, diverse population and serves as a growing hub with a good balance of cultural attractions and outdoor activities.

Join our team as a Co-Director of Care (RN)!

Under the direction of the Director of Care, the Co-Director of Care (RN) performs nursing skills in accordance with the standards of nursing practice as outlined by the College of Nurses to ensure the provision of optimum care for each individual resident.

The Co-Director of Care (RN) is responsible and accountable for the coordination, implementation and overall management of essential programs to the home which could include wound care, infection control, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

The Co-Director of Care (RN) is also required to adhere to safety protocols, contribute to policy development, and ensure the accuracy of resident assessment data. A key component of the position involves staff management, including recruitment, performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions.

Additional duties involve community outreach, supporting ongoing professional education, managing resident files, and orienting new team members. The Co-Director of Care (RPN or RN) also participates in committees, manages supplies, collaborates with students and volunteers and mentors staff in leadership development.

Qualifications and Traits

• Must possess a current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, ss 79 and Ontario Regulation ss. 51/22.
• Successful completion of or enrollment in Long Term Care Senior Management or equivalent
• 2 years experience in Long Term Care (Gerontology) preferred
• Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education
• Must be computer literate

Benefits

• Competitive Health, Welfare and Dental Benefits
• Pension program where we match contributions and invest in your future
• Referral bonus
• Individualized assistance with tuition and further education
• Skill development and internal advancement = growth in your career
• Awards and recognition programs and team appreciation events
• Exclusive discounts on products, services and travel
• A welcoming culture that values diversity and differing perspectives, experiences and beliefs.

Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Employment with Jarlette Health Services will be contingent on proof of vaccination against COVID-19, a screening for tuberculosis, two positive references and, prior to starting at the location, a receipt of a current criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector screening.

Jarlette Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.

All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please see our other job opportunities here: Jarlette Health Services

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