Position Scope:

The Coordinator of Care is responsible for managing the nursing program within Mountain Lea Lodge, in accordance with the vision, mission and values of the Mountains & Meadows Care Group and promoting consistent quality support and care to the residents who live within Mountain Lea Lodge. This will include direct supervision and management of the Long Term Care Assistants ,Continuing Care Assistants, Licensed Practical Nurse, and Registered Nurses/ Supervisors within the facility.

Responsibilities:

· Has input in the development of programs that meet the social, recreational, spiritual and personal needs of the residents

· In collaboration with the Care Team ensure resident care plan and review meetings occur in a timely manner.

Weekly phlebotomy

Accompanies doctor during weekly rounds

Acts as liaison with Pharmacy, etc.

Organizes and assists with wound care and monthly/PRN wound care rounds

Willing to perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Director of Resident Care.

· Maintain a safe and supportive environment for all.

Document and/or communicate changes in resident mood, behaviour, or condition to all appropriate staff.

Qualifications:

· Currently registered with the Nova Scotia College of Nurses

· Minimum of three years of progressive nursing experience and education in which leadership, administrative and interpersonal skills have been demonstrated.

· Current phlebotomy course.

· Must have excellent communication skills both verbal and written.

· Must have excellent conflict management skills.

· Able to work with different collective agreements and in a unionized environment

· May require flexibility with work hours at times

· Current certification in CPR and Standard First Aid

· Past Long-Term Care experience is an asset for MLL.

· Training in M.A.N.D.T. or Non-Violent Crisis Intervention an asset

Skills and Abilities:

· Proven leadership and team building skills

· Ability to work independently

· Excellent communication (written and verbal) and conflict management skills

· Ability to develop, implement and evaluate resident-centered programs

· Proven organizational and time management skills

· Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

· Demonstrated computer skills, preferably in MS Office Suite

Skills:

· Problem solving and critical thinking

· Creativity in designing processes to meet scheduling needs

· Very thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office

· Ability to troubleshoot

· Effective verbal and written communication skills and organizational skills

· Good judgement and the ability to make decisions quickly, especially in stressful situations

· Patience, understanding and a caring attitude

· Flexibility, humor and enthusiasm

· The ability to lead and work cooperatively with others

· Effective interpersonal skills

· The ability to work independently or as part of a team

· Must demonstrate good judgement and patience working with others

· Must be able to organize and complete the required duties with minimal supervision

· Understands confidentiality and applies this knowledge on a continual basis

Additional Information

· We offer an excellent benefits plan.

· The rate of pay for this position will be per the NSNU collective agreement.

· Must have empathy for all participants and employees

· Must be able to work cooperatively with all levels of staff from all departments

· Must be able to foster and maintain harmonious relationships with outside organizations, groups, and individuals

· Honesty, integrity and willingness to accept and lead organizational change are essential

· Must be able to maintain regular attendance

We encourage applications from all qualified candidates including Indigenous persons, persons with a disability, racially visible person, women, men, and persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

This posting is open to both internal and external applicants.

Successful applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Check) to Human Resources within 4 weeks of employment and assume any associated costs as a condition of employment