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: Free parking.

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