Hillside Pines - Director of Care
Hillside Pines - Director of Care
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Hillside Pines - Director of Care
Hillside Pines is an Eden Registered Home where the Director of Care plays a role in supporting the Philosophy of elder-directed care. The Director of Care works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary care partner team including elders and their families to support the wellbeing and quality of life goals for elders. Hillside Pines in a 50-elder home located in the heart of Bridgewater on Nova Scotias beautiful South Shore. The Director of Care provides on-site leadership and is responsible for overall operations of the home in the absence of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
In this role you will be responsible for:
- Leading and managing the overall operation of the nursing team.
- Assessing planning implementing and evaluating all aspects of nursing services provided to Elders
- Promoting a positive work environment fostering connections with our Elders management team care partners families volunteers community partners and external stakeholders
- Promote care partner engagement retention and professional development
- Actively promote the Eden Alternative approaches of care provision with a focus on delivering exceptional Elder- directed and evidence-informed care
- Preparing monitoring and controlling a departmental budget
- Manage all aspects of organizing supervising and evaluating care partners performance
- Participating in committees according to terms of reference and areas of responsibility
- Leading through changes/improvements in technology and elder-directed care practices
- Any other duties as assigned by the CEO
Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
- Current registration with NSCN
- A minimum of 5 years experience as an RN in the long-term care sector
- 3-5 years experience working in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a healthcare setting considered an asset
- Demonstrated leadership skills that promotes collaboration innovation and versatility
- Eden Alternative philosophy of care knowledge or experience considered an asset
- Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
- Comfort with technology and demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- A clear and current Vulnerable Sector check applicable to Nova Scotia
- Eligible to work in Canada
Job Type:Full-time Permanent. On-site.
Schedule:Monday through Friday. Rotating on-call.
We Offer:
- Positive and inclusive culture that encourages professional development
- Coverage of annual licensing renewal
- Coverage of Health dental and vision care
- Paid vacation and sick time
- On-site Parking
- Employee and Family Assistance Program
- Participation the Nova Scotia Health Employees Pension Plan (NSHEPP)
Please submit your cover letter resume and salary expectations to:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
c/o Hillside Pines
77 Exhibition Drive
Bridgewater N.S.B4V 3K6
Or email
Closing date for applications: Sunday July 6th 2025
Thank you for your interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Hillside Pines is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values respects and supports the different perspectives cultures and experiences. We believe that providing a workplace rich in diversity inspires all members of our team.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
