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Home: Southbridge KemptvilleLocation: Kemptville, OntarioPosition: Director of Care Permanent, Full-timeIf you have been looking to work for an organization that truly cares look no further! Caring for others is what we do! Whether it be for a Resident, a family member, or our teammates, we are working daily to support, encourage and enhance the lives of those in our Residence.ResponsibilitiesThe implementation and evaluation of the nursing department initiatives and functionsLeads in the coordination and implementation of best practice and risk management initiatives related to resident careEffectively manages utilization of nursing suppliesMaintains a system of care assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation at the resident and unit program levelMaintains an active presence in mentoring staff while overseeing the provision of quality resident careInitiates investigative and corrective actions related to occupational health and safety; works with WSIB claims and return to work plansWorks on special projects, reviews, and other initiativesAssumes responsibility for the nursing departmentQualificationsAppropriate current certificate of competence from the College of Nurses of Ontario as a Registered NurseA serving heart and a passion for caring for seniorsDemonstrated experience with WSIB management and other aspect of Occupational Health and SafetyExperience with falls and harm reduction strategies an assetPrevious similar experience in long-term care an asset, with comprehensive knowledge of dutiesAbility to work individually and as part of a team, to prioritize tasks in order of urgencyExcellent communication (verbal and written) and comprehension skillsDeveloped creative problem-solving skills to look at the big pictureInterested applicants should send their resume through this posting here. We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.Southbridge Care Homes welcomes those applicants with disability related needs and those whom a need for accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.