Job Description

Requirements:

Works with the DOC/ADOC in the management of all aspects of nursing care within the facility to ensure quality resident care through effective, efficient delivery of established standards within legislative and budgetary requirements. Provides constant supervision, clinical support and leadership to all staff in the nursing department. Ensures annual plan for Nursing Services is consistent with the annual facility plan and current health and well-being needs of the residents. Assumes responsibility for the Nursing Department in the absence of the DOC/ADOC; participates in the chain of communication within The Wexford responding to emergencies should the Senior Management Team not be available. Support staff in use of electronic documentation, including Point Click Care, e Mar, MDSRAI and other types of documentation as they arise. Responsible for on-boarding and ongoing education for nursing staff and students. Have knowledge preparing and submitting high intensity reports. Responsible for all staffing and work schedule in the absence of the DOC/ADOC and Resident Care and Services Administrative Assistant. Participates with staff recruitment and retention as per departmental need. Collects and complies quality indicator data to be shared among staff and the Alliance Group. Monitors care practice and delivery of resident driven care and service. Acts on findings and reports them to the DOC/ADOC . Acts as the contact person for all family and community concerns regarding placement in the facility. The successful candidate must possess strong leadership skills, combined with a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills while demonstrating the ability to oversee the operation of nursing services, under the direction of the DOC/ADOC The successful applicant must possess a demonstrated ability in core competencies including excellent coaching and mentoring skills, conflict resolution, quality management and excellent customer service skills. Responsibilities related to home-wide quality assurance and general employee orientation, will report to the CEO.

Qualifications

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Registered Nurse, BScN, with a current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Post RN education in management and/or gerontology. 3 years' experience in Long-Term Care. Computer proficiency, computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Point Click Care Software and e-MAR. Experience in quality management tools and implementing QIP an asset. Possession of strong leadership, communication and diplomatic skills. Possession of strong written and oral communication skills. Possession of strong motivational, team building and time management skills. Experience with Accreditation Canada's, Accreditation survey process an asset. Experience within a unionized environment an asset. Maintains an awareness of current long term care issues and service needs of clients in the facility. Able to work weekends and flexible hours. Valid vulnerable sector screening - Police Reference Check required.

Please forward your application in writing to

Interested candidates should forward their resume in confidence to Fida Al Khatib, DOC or by email to falkhatib@thewexford.org by October 3, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

In accordance with Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:

Long-Term Care: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Registered Nurse (RN) License (required)
Work Location: In person