Assistant Director of Care (ADOC), Full time - Lakeside LTC
Assistant Director of Care (ADOC), Full time - Lakeside LTC
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17-05-2025
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Job Description
Assistant Director of Care Lakeside LTC Centre
At Extendicare we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our medical team you will provide care to residents in accordance with the standards of practice and offer leadership and guidance to the personal care staff. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.
This position is for our Lakeside Home located in Toronto Ontario.
What youll be doing:
Assists the DOC in the implementation and evaluation of the nursing department quality improvement initiatives risk management systems data collection and analysis report writing procedural updates.
Takes the lead in the coordination and implementation of best practice and risk management initiatives related to resident care (i.e. falls restraint use wound management Infection Control)
Effectively manages utilization of nursing supplies
Responsible for the High Intensity Needs program
Maintains a system of care assessment planning implementation and evaluation at the resident and unit program level that maximizes staff resources and contributes to Extendicare Halton Hills interdisciplinary team approach to resident care
Effectively supports the RAIMDS program.
Maintains an active presence in the Resident Home Areas mentoring staff while overseeing the provision of quality resident care
Initiates investigative and corrective actions related to occupational health and safety; develops and monitors modified work programs for nursing personnel
Works collaboratively with the Director of Care on special projects reviews and other duties as be assigned
Identify areas of improvement for staff development and work with the DOC to ensure overall effectiveness of the nursing department
Advocating for ethical and effective practice in all areas in the organization
Assisting the DOC with input to Performance Appraisals
Focusing on Resident Centered Care Needs as required by MOH LTC Home Legislation andExtendicare Policies
Actively participates in the palliative care program; goals of care and advanced care planning
Assumes responsibility for the nursing department in the absence of the DOC
Successful candidate will be required to work one weekend/month
Adheres to responsibilities and requirements for reporting adverse resident occurrences subject to regulatory and legislative direction
What you bring:
Registered Nurse (RN )registered with College of Nurses of Ontario;
Minimum of three years experience in long term care; previous management experience an asset
Current knowledge of clinical issues for geriatric residents infection control principles of adult education and quality improvement
Knowledge of RAI MDS is required
What youll get
Continuous mentorship support for lifelong learning and growth opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
Employee Family Assistance Program.
Robust benefits package.
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres as well as our home health care operations we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors population in Canada.
Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.
Time Type:
Full timeRequired Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
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