THE MEADOWS (TIDAL VIEW MANOR), Yarmouth, NS

POSITION: NURSING ADMINISTRATION ASSISTANT

TYPE: Temporary Full -Time (75 hours bi-weekly) Facility: 105 Bed Nursing Home

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POSITION SCOPE:

Reporting to the Director of Care, the Nursing Administrative Assistant supports the Director of Care and Administrator within a Special Care facility by assisting with administrative functions impacting nursing care services to residents in accordance with the Mission Statement, Standards, and Policies and Procedures of The Meadows. This role will facilitate & coordinate all clerical operations & responsibilities for the Nursing Department while providing support to Nursing in (9) houses throughout the facility. This position requires a positive attitude while promoting a positive work environment. You may be required to wear a mask for the duration of a shift in the event of an outbreak. We also encourage our Care Team members to be vaccinated against the Covid and Flu viruses. The Meadows is a member of the NSHEPP pension.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 Academic and a Graduate of a Medical Office Assistant program
• Minimum 3 - 5 years experience in a Long-Term Care environment or equivalent experience preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent resident care.
• Solid understanding of charting/medical records standards of practice, including policies and procedures related to Long-Term care, good working knowledge of office procedures, detail orientated.
• Alzheimer's and other related Dementia Care Course an asset
• Advanced computer literacy skills including MS Suite of products (Word, Outlook & Excel)
• Well organized, flexible, resourceful with demonstrated ability to multi-task, work cooperatively as a member of a multi-disciplinary team, problem solve, plan, set priorities and work independently, and works well in a busy environment,
• Available to work shift work as required.
• Physical Requirements - Must be able to perform duties that involve lifting/carrying (upward of 20-30 lbs.), bending, stretching, walking.
• Valid Driver's License & access to a reliable vehicle to transport items to Lab/Pharmacy/Optical/Hearing facilities.
• Transportation of Dangerous Goods training
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality in health care

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares chart packages for New Admissions, Respite, etc. Maintains resident charts in an organized manner. Disassembles resident charts upon discharge & reassembles in correct order. Chart thinning according to guidelines. Form management/replenish forms to houses bi-weekly. Manages resident information & the flow of such information throughout the facility, ensuring checklists are executed and completed, & notifies all in house departments, etc. Organizes & implements Care Conference meetings. Supports OH&S Committee through minute taking/posting reports.
• Books appointments for residents/family conferences as required and document on House calendars and notifies RN/LPN and prepares and files blood work and other requisitions as required.
• Maintains Nursing Dept. Materials & Supplies Stores Room in good order, orders product, restocks & receives orders, monitor expiry dates and maintains up to date stock. Performs yearly inventory counts & reports.
• Completes a variety of office duties including filing, photocopying, inventory maintenance, and restocking forms and office supplies, Prepare the house calendars at the end of the year.
• May assist with administrative duties for the Director of Care, Assistant Director of Care, Clinical Coordinator, and Administrator and may assist administrative department due to absences and/or work volume.

Please submit completed cover letter, resume and reference contact information to:

Announcement Date: Sept 6, 2024
Closing Date: Open Competition
Number: 37-2024

The Meadows/TVM, Attn: Denise LeBlanc
Yarmouth, NS B5A 2K9
[email protected]
Fax (902) 742-1426

Offers of employment conditional upon a satisfactory criminal records check. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All hires must sign an agreement to observe and comply with all policies and procedures of Tidal View Manor - The Meadows.