Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate, honest, professional and safe, consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work - they welcome and celebrate Great People who inspire meaningful connections while Leading the Way to Better Living\xe2\x84\xa2.

Shannex is growing and has a new opportunity for a to join our team in New Brunswick. This is a temporary position, with an end date of December 31, 2024.

If you are an experienced Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse with proven people skills that likes to get things done in a multi-faceted environment and you are seeking a challenging opportunity to focus your expertise through an impactful role, we want to hear from you! This role requires significant travel throughout New Brunswick to assist our multiple sites.

*Please note, the location of work will depend on where the successful incumbent resides in relation to our New Brunswick locations in Fredericton, Moncton, Riverview, Quispamsis, Miramichi or Saint John.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live, work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector, Shannex offers opportunities for growth, development and advancement. And at the end of every day, you will know you\'ve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents. Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee discounts on select apparel, fitness, and retail partners through our Perks Program
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannex\'s Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

• Monitors trends and developments in evidence-based leading clinical practice and works in partnership with operations to support implementation of new and improved practices.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical workflow through improved use of data and electronic platforms.
• Research and make recommendations in relation to innovations in resident care strategies and infection control best practices.
• Encourages and promotes relationships with outside resources/organizations to meet resident and clinical education needs.
• Facilitates clinical education on a regular basis across all operating units. Topics are determined based on priorities established in collaboration with Regional Director of Operations and Director of Clinical practice
• Identifies opportunities for improvement relating to regulatory requirements, clinical practice policies and other organizational standards.
• Collaborates with Clinical Quality Support Specialist and Clinical Education and Policy Advisor to create corrective action plans as needed.
• Collaborates with Clinical Education and Policy Advisor to recommend, coordinate and facilitate clinical education
• Ensures resident safety by following and applying all standard operational procedures, safe work practices and training provided.

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement, collaboration and accountability, you bring:

• Bachelor of Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Current registration with appropriate nursing association
• Minimum 10 years nursing experience which includes clinical nursing and administrative experience
• Excellent communication, computer and organizational skills.
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations, services and care.
• Bilingualism in English and French also considered an asset

About Us

It all began in 1988 when our Founder, Joseph Shannon, purchased a single nursing home in his hometown of Sydney, Cape Breton. For more than three decades, Shannex has grown as a trusted provider of senior accommodations, services and care in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario. Our industry-leading services are inspired by residents and delivered by Parkland Retirement Living and Lifestyle Residences, Shannex Enhanced Care, Faubourg du Mascaret, Milestone Communities, and Care at Home team members who create an exceptional resident experience and a positive, fulfilling work environment where every voice matters.

If you\'re ready to join the Shannex team of Great People, apply today!

Great People is a core value at Shannex based on the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of the organization. Shannex believes equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging is about creating a culture that embraces the uniqueness of individuals, where every person is treated fairly and where racism and discrimination are not tolerated. At Shannex, every team member belongs.

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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