Recreation Assistant Peace Portal Lodge
JOB CODE: 05-022-08
JOB TITLE: Recreation Assistant
LOCATION: White Rock BC
SHIFT: Day, On Call
STATUS: Part Time
POSSITION SUMMARY: A developmental position responsible to the Director of Care, the Assistant Director of Care is accountable for directing care staff to maintain high quality resident care. Central responsibilities include the assessment of nursing care, collaborative planning and implementation of programs to meet resident needs, and the coordination of ongoing care education at the facility. An ability to communicate effectively with staff residents and their families is essential. The Assistant Director of Care acts as a professional role model for all staff.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Participates with the management team in defining goals of for resident Care.
2. Recruits qualified nursing staff and arrange orientation to their responsibilities. Provides direction and support to staff in their daily physical, psychological and social care of residents.
3. Arranges in-service and educational sessions to provide for increased learning and skill development.
4. Evaluates staff performance and makes recommendations for improvement where indicated.
5. Schedules and delegates duties to care staff within staffing guidelines and departmental budget.
6. Supervises the efficient use of facility supplies, equipment and manpower within the department’s budget.
7. Meets with nursing staff at regular intervals and encourages their participation in assessment, planning and evaluation of resident care and other activities to fulfill department goals.
8. Progressively develops skills to hire, discipline and terminate staff following facility policies and procedures.
9. Collaborates in the coordination of admissions and discharge of residents with all stakeholders. Coordinates resident care with families, other departments, other care services and agencies.
10. Ensures that programs related to risk management are maintained and audited (e.g. Infection Control, Medication Safety Committee, Medical Advisory Committee, Staff Safety Committee) Monitors all resident care indicators through the Care Management software program
11. Monitors adherence to all applicable legislation and regulations.
12. Maintains a safe environment for clients/family unit and staff, through
(a) accident prevention,
(b) knowledge of emergency procedures and regulations,
(c) using skills, physical facilities, supplies and equipment safely and appropriately, and
(d) utilizing infection control procedures.
13. Acts on behalf of the Director of Care in the absence of the Director of Care.
14. Other miscellaneous tasks as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Current registration with the CRNBC, a degree in nursing and progressive nursing experience and
education, in which leadership and administrative skills have been demonstrated.
2. Minimum of three years work experience in geriatrics.
3. OR a suitable combination of education and experience.
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