Job Description

Assistant Director of Care (ADOC)

Location:

Gardens of Peterborough Retirement Residences - Royal Gardens

Status:

Full-Time

Shifts:

Primarily days, with flexibility to meet operational needs

About Gardens of Peterborough

If you are a leader with a passion for providing excellent nursing care, we have an exciting career opportunity for you at AON's Gardens of Peterborough Retirement Residences. With 24-hour onsite registered nursing, our "Enriched Care" assisted living program, and an unsurpassed reputation for excellent care services, Royal Gardens has plenty to offer those who want to grow and be the best. Join our team and make a difference today!

Position Summary

As a member of our senior management team, the Assistant Director of Care (ADOC) will influence how services are delivered, apply their nursing skills to the fullest, and truly make a difference in the lives of our residents. Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC), the ADOC will help coordinate the delivery of all health-related services to residents while providing leadership and clinical support to the Care Department.

Key Responsibilities

Share leadership responsibilities of the Care Department with the DOC, organizing and supervising staff in the provision of care, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, and providing excellent customer service to residents and families Assist in resident assessments, Plan of Care development, and monitoring of care delivery for all health-related services to residents, including care staff, in-house physicians, and third-party service providers Provide coaching, training, scheduling, and performance monitoring for care staff Ensure infection prevention and control practices are followed, and that quality assurance activities are completed routinely Provide hands-on clinical care and support to residents and staff as needed Foster positive relationships within the department, across the Home, and with external partners such as physicians and service providers Act in the capacity of the Director of Care in their absence

Qualifications

Current RN or RPN registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario 2-3 years of experience in a long-term care or retirement setting preferred Previous supervisory or leadership experience considered an asset Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills Demonstrated sound judgment, composure, and problem-solving abilities Availability to respond to on-call and emergency needs outside of regular working hours

Why Join AON?

Supportive, team-oriented work environment Opportunities for professional development and career advancement Commitment to quality resident care and safety Competitive compensation and benefits
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AON Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person