Assistant Director of Care

Retirement Concepts; Courtenay; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading seniors housing provider in Courtenay, BC, seeks an Assistant Director of Care to oversee resident care, mentor staff, and ensure quality standards are met. The ideal candidate will have a nursing degree, leadership experience, and a commitment to providing exceptional service to seniors. Responsibilities include engaging with healthcare stakeholders, conducting audits, and managing clinical staff. A collaborative and respectful work environment is prioritized, promoting professional growth in a supportive community.

Qualifications

• Current registration with BCCNM as a Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner.
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills.
• Experience in geriatrics or equivalent education/background.

Responsibilities

• Directly oversee resident care and mentor care staff.
• Conduct audits for the standard of care.
• Engage and mobilize teams to achieve organizational goals.

Skills

Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse registration

Leadership skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Conflict management

Education

Degree in nursing

3+ years management experience

Experience in geriatrics

Tools

Electronic record systems

Job description

Position: Full-Time Permanent (Comox Valley Seniors Village - Courtenay, BC)

At West Coast Seniors Housing Management, we see our communities as a family and we are equally committed to our residents and our staff. We provide an engaging work environment and treat each other with respect and dignity. We invest in the growth and development of our teams to actively participate in the creation of memories and moments that matter to our residents.

About the Role

The Assistant Director of Care (ADOC) reports to the Director of Care (DOC) and/or designate, and provides direct resident care, and is accountable for directing and mentoring care staff to ensure all persons served receive individualized resident focused care. The ADOC acts as a professional role model for all staff and maintains accountability of all nursing staff to ensure that care is appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Engage and mobilize your team to achieve the purpose, goals, objective and key results of the organization.
• Be an engaged collaborative team player, developing and maintaining professional relationships that support and strengthen the organizational culture and purpose.
• Model the values and leadership behaviours of the organization and inspire others to do the same.

Nursing

• Monitor and supervise the care provided to the persons served.
• Conduct audits and provide corrective actions based on opportunities for improvement identified in the audit to ensure highest standard of care is achieved.
• Participate in care conferences, med review and MSAC and other Quality Improvement Meetings.
• Assume the role of a nurse on the floor in the event of staffing shortage.

Engaging External Stakeholders

• Communicate with physicians and resident’s families to provide information regarding the care of residents.
• Scheduling and attendance at all care conferences and following up on all recommendations post conference.

Human Resources

• Hire clinical staff as needed.
• Be involved in performance management and reviews.
• In collaboration with the DOC lead monthly meetings with care staff.
• Participate in monthly Occupational Health & Safety meetings.
• Review and follow-up on internal incident reports.

Audits And Education

• Assisting and follow up on clinical staff mandatory education while supporting best practice.
• Assist with clinical audits and Health Authority mandatory audits as directed by the DOC.

Regulations

• Ensure that resident’s care plans are developed and up to date
• Review and/or submitting Reportable Incident Reports to Licensing in a timely manner and adjust care plan as needed.

Financial

• Being financially responsible when managing nursing resources.

General

• Actively participates in orientation of new staff, community programs, meetings, committees and educational in-services.
• Maintains a safe environment for residents/family and staff, through:
• Accident prevention,
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations, supplies and equipment,
• Appropriate utilization of infection control procedure.
• Operates in the absence of the Director of Care with additional duties as assigned
• Fulfills clinical on call duties as needed.
• Performs all other duties as required.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current registration with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM) as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• A degree in nursing and progressive nursing experience and education, in which leadership and administrative skills have been demonstrated.
• Minimum of three years’ work experience in management/administration.
• Minimum of three years’ work experience in geriatrics OR a suitable combination of education and experience.
• All successful applicants must pass the vulnerable sector Criminal Record Check applicable to Provincial guidelines.
• Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
• Ability to understand and give verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work within electronic environments. Experience working with PCC an asset.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and mentoring skills.
• Ability to manage conflict.
• Excellent time management skills.

West Coast Seniors Housing Management is an equal opportunity employer.