Assistant Director of Care (ADOC), Full time - Lakeside LTC

University Health Network o / a Lakeside Long Term Care Centre; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lakeside Long Term Care Centre is seeking an Assistant Director of Care to provide leadership in nursing and ensure high-quality resident care. This position focuses on mentorship, quality improvement initiatives, and coordination of resident care programs within a supportive team environment. The successful candidate will enjoy opportunities for mentorship and career advancement in a meaningful role dedicated to improving the lives of seniors.

Benefits

Employee Family Assistance Program

Robust benefits package

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years experience in long-term care; management experience advantageous.
• Current knowledge of clinical issues for geriatric residents.
• Knowledge of RAI MDS required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the DOC in quality improvement initiatives and risk management.
• Lead coordination of best practice initiatives related to resident care.
• Mentor staff while overseeing provision of quality resident care.

Skills

Infection Control

Employee Mentorship

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Assistant Director of Care Lakeside LTC Centre

At Extendicare we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our medical team you will provide care to residents in accordance with the standards of practice and offer leadership and guidance to the personal care staff. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.

This position is for our Lakeside Home located in Toronto Ontario.

What youll be doing :

Assists the DOC in the implementation and evaluation of the nursing department quality improvement initiatives risk management systems data collection and analysis report writing procedural updates.

Takes the lead in the coordination and implementation of best practice and risk management initiatives related to resident care (i.e. falls restraint use wound management Infection Control)

Effectively manages utilization of nursing supplies

Responsible for the High Intensity Needs program

Maintains a system of care assessment planning implementation and evaluation at the resident and unit program level that maximizes staff resources and contributes to Extendicare Halton Hills interdisciplinary team approach to resident care

Effectively supports the RAIMDS program.

Maintains an active presence in the Resident Home Areas mentoring staff while overseeing the provision of quality resident care

Initiates investigative and corrective actions related to occupational health and safety; develops and monitors modified work programs for nursing personnel

Works collaboratively with the Director of Care on special projects reviews and other duties as be assigned

Identify areas of improvement for staff development and work with the DOC to ensure overall effectiveness of the nursing department

Advocating for ethical and effective practice in all areas in the organization

Assisting the DOC with input to Performance Appraisals

Focusing on Resident Centered Care Needs as required by MOH LTC Home Legislation andExtendicare Policies

Actively participates in the palliative care program; goals of care and advanced care planning

Assumes responsibility for the nursing department in the absence of the DOC

Successful candidate will be required to work one weekend / month

Adheres to responsibilities and requirements for reporting adverse resident occurrences subject to regulatory and legislative direction

What you bring :

Registered Nurse (RN )registered with College of Nurses of Ontario;

Minimum of three years experience in long term care; previous management experience an asset

Current knowledge of clinical issues for geriatric residents infection control principles of adult education and quality improvement

Knowledge of RAI MDS is required

What youll get

Continuous mentorship support for lifelong learning and growth opportunities

Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization

A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.

Employee Family Assistance Program.

Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres as well as our home health care operations we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors population in Canada.

Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type : Full time

Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

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Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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