Nursing Services Manager

GEM Health Care Group Limited; Truro; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health care organization as a Nursing Services Manager at GEM Health Care Group. This role offers the opportunity to lead the nursing team, ensure high-quality care for residents, and develop policies in a supportive environment. Candidates must possess relevant nursing qualifications and management experience, with an emphasis on teamwork and compliance.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Generous vacation plan

Learning opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience required.
• 2+ years of management experience necessary.
• Experience in adult education and continuing care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Train, onboard, and mentor nursing staff.
• Oversee resident care and ensure compliance with care standards.
• Manage admissions, discharges, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Patient Care

Communication

Compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN)

Current registration with Nova Scotia College of Nurses, RN

Job description

Join the GEM Family!

At GEM Health Care Group, we foster an inclusive and welcoming work environment where our team members are valued and supported. We offer competitive benefits, a generous vacation plan, and abundant learning opportunities. Our mission is to provide the best care, service, and quality of life for our residents in a safe, dignified, home-like environment.

Our dedicated staff—from housekeeping to nursing—are the heart of our organization. If you're a passionate leader in health care, we'd love to have you on our team!

Location : The Mira LTC, Truro NS

Position : Nursing Services Manager (RN)

JOB SUMMARY :

The Nursing Services Manager is responsible for the leadership, management, and organization of the nursing department. This role ensures high standards of care while aligning with GEM Health Care Group's mission, values, and strategic plan. In the absence of the Administrator / Director of Health Care Services, the Nursing Services Manager assumes responsibility and acts as a designate leader.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Staff Leadership & Development :
• Train, onboard, and mentor staff
• Support performance evaluations for RNs and LPNs
• Assist with staff investigations and disciplinary actions
• Promote a culture of safety and teamwork
• Resident Care :
• Oversee resident care coordination and improvement initiatives
• Organize resident care conferences
• Audit resident files, records, and confidentiality
• Ensure compliance with policies, standards, and guidelines
• Develop and implement new policies and procedures
• Operations and Compliance :
• Manage admissions, discharges, and transfers
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies
• Oversee infection control and wound care
• Lead department goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives

QUALIFICATIONS :

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) or Bachelor of Nursing from an accredited school

Current registration with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses as a Registered Nurse (RN)

Standard First Aid & CPR certification

Minimum 3 years of clinical experience

At least 2 years of management experience

Experience in teaching or facilitating adult education

Experience in continuing care (preferred)

Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety, Quality Management, Wound Management and / or Infection Control (an asset)

Make a difference in the lives of our residents while advancing your career in a supportive environment!

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