Registered Nurse (R.N.)

Facility Description:

The Birches Nursing Home is a Community Governed organization that operates a 42 bed Continuing Care Centre. The Birches is committed to the highest standards of support and services and promotes a health workplace for its 100 staff. The organization fosters a healthy work life balance and uses the latest best practice information at all levels.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for the organization and management of the nursing unit ensuring The Birches standards for quality care are maintained, under the direction of the Resident Care Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Current registration with Registered Nurses' Association of Nova Scotia

- Bachelor or Nursing Degree (preferred)

- Three (3) years geriatric nursing experience

- Demonstrated administrative experience and leadership skills

- Ability to work effectively as a contributing team member

- Demonstrated knowledge of the nursing process, nursing diagnosis, excellent clinical assessment skills and problem solving

- Demonstrated supervisory and interpersonal communication skills (written and oral)

- Ability to work 24-hour shift rotation on any nursing unit

- Knowledge and experience in Venipuncture (preferred)

- Ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis

- Demonstrated ability to live the values of The Birches

BENEFITS: We offer a comprehensive compensation package including: a pension plan, attractive benefits plan, and a competitive salary.

HOURS OF WORK: This is a union position; given the scope and responsibility of the role, there may be occasions where the Registered Nurse may be required to stay beyond this time period. On call availability/flexibility may also be required at times.

Please note: This facility is not located on a bus route. Reliable transportation is required.