Director of Care

VenorTalent; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading long-term care provider in PEI is seeking a Director of Care to oversee nursing services and ensure high-quality resident care. The successful candidate will have a strong leadership background, substantial healthcare management experience, and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. This role offers an opportunity to influence operational oversight and establish community partnerships, while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.

Qualifications

• Four years of healthcare management experience in long-term care.
• Current registration with the Nurses Association of PEI.
• Experience in budget management and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and direction of nursing services.
• Ensure compliance with nursing regulations and standards.
• Manage multi-disciplinary team and departmental budgets.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team building

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Nursing

Job description

Venor is proud to partner with Atlantic Baptist Housing– Centennial Court in their search for a Director of Care to join their team in PEI.

Atlantic Baptist Housing is a respected and trusted long-term care provider committed to delivering high-quality, resident-centered care within a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment. Guided by a philosophy of dignity, respect, and holistic wellness, their dedicated team ensures that each resident enjoys an enriched and meaningful quality of life. As they continue to build on their tradition of excellence, they are seeking a collaborative healthcare leader to join their management team.

This is a unique opportunity for a progressive nursing leader to contribute to the strategic direction, operational oversight, and clinical leadership of the home’s nursing department. The Director of Care will play a key role in supporting resident care standards while fostering a positive and engaging workplace culture for healthcare professionals and support staff.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead and participate in the planning, organizing, and directing of nursing and related clinical services in alignment with the organization’s mission, philosophy, policies, and available resources.
• Ensure compliance with PEI Nursing Acts and Regulations and operational care standards while reviewing and updating internal policies and procedures.
• Implement and oversee union contracts and collaborate closely with the Executive Director on strategic operational initiatives.
• Provide leadership to a multi-disciplinary team, managing Nursing Managers, front-line nursing staff, the Recreation Director, Dietitian, Rehabilitation services, and allied health professionals.
• Support and develop departmental goals and objectives and, in the Executive Director’s absence, share supervisory responsibilities for the Home.
• Lead personnel management activities including recruitment, scheduling, staff development, and performance evaluation within the nursing department.
• Oversee the coordination and integration of nursing and allied health services to ensure optimal care and resource utilization.
• Monitor departmental budgets, participate in financial reviews, and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Establish and maintain positive community partnerships and represent the home in public and professional relations activities.
• Maintain a strong commitment to health, safety, and resident wellness, fostering a healthy, respectful, and violence-free workplace.
  

What We Are Looking For:

• A Baccalaureate degree in Nursing, supplemented with recognized courses in healthcare administration or leadership.
• A minimum of four years of progressive healthcare management experience, ideally within a long-term care or related healthcare setting.
• Current registration with the Nurses Association of Prince Edward Island.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team-building skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and lead diverse teams.
• Proven experience in managing operational change, implementing new clinical programs, and overseeing unionized environments.
• Strong understanding of budget management, risk management, and regulatory compliance in a healthcare setting.
• Commitment to providing a healthy, safe, and compassionate care environment for residents and a supportive workplace for staff.
• Familiarity with health and safety best practices, emergency preparedness, and quality improvement initiatives in healthcare.
  

At Venor and Atlantic Baptist Housing we embrace a culture of belonging in the workplace. No matter who you are, where you’re from, how you think, what you believe in, or who you love, we welcome your application. We all come from different backgrounds and different walks of life, bringing in unique perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from 2SLGBTQ+, Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC), women, newcomers to Canada, and people with disabilities.

Venor is an Atlantic Canadian recruiting firm specializing in recruitment solutions, executive search, career transition & outplacement services.

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