Director, Nursing Unit

MANAGER, NURSING UNIT

FULL-TIME POSITIONS

Organization Background:

Are you passionate about providing ethno-specific residential long-term care while honoring cultural heritage? Look no further than Villa Colombo Toronto! As a leader in the field, we proudly preserve the rich Italian legacy while delivering exceptional care to our 391 residents. Our commitment extends beyond our walls, with Community Services programs reaching thousands in need. Join our team at Villa Colombo Toronto, designated a Best Practice Spotlight Organization with Exemplary Standing in Accreditation, and be part of redefining long-term care with compassion and distinction.

Position Summary:

The Manager, Nursing Unit serves as a vital member of the Resident Services leadership team, with primary responsibility for ensuring the round-the-clock delivery of resident-focused care and services within specified resident groupings. This role entails overseeing operating budgets and staffing for approximately 112+ long-term care beds, as well as any assigned clinical portfolios, including but not limited to, Skin & Wounds, Falls and Restraints, Medication, Palliative Care, etc.

Required Experience and Education:

• Member in good standing of the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Postgraduate degree required or other equivalent combination of formal training and experience may be considered.
• Minimum 4-5 years experience in a Nursing Leadership position including experience managing/supervising employees in a unionized environment.
• Clinical experience in long-term care setting and/or gerontological nursing a definite asset.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with clinical portfolios in long term care, including Infection Prevention and Control

Required Experience and Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) preferred.
• A postgraduate degree in health sciences required or other equivalent combinations of post-secondary education and experience may be considered.
• Must be a member in good standing of the College of Nurses of Ontario.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in a Nursing Leadership position, including managing/supervising employees in various disciplines, in a unionized environment required.
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience in a long-term care setting and/or gerontological nursing is required.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with clinical portfolios in long-term care is essential.

Other Key Qualifications:

• Excellent organizational, observational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail with excellent nursing assessment abilities.
• Capacity to work effectively under pressure and handle difficult situations professionally.
• Proficient in demonstrating and articulating resident and employee safety strategies.
• Strong ability and experience in interacting with and caring for seniors, including those with cognitive impairments.
• Demonstrated aptitude to work independently, as well as lead and collaborate within teams.
• Proven ability in managing responsive behaviours using a client-centered approach.
• Experience in planning, developing, and implementing programs to address operational and resident needs, with a focus on evaluating program performance and reporting achievements.
• Demonstrated experience in managing staff, including leadership, motivation, performance monitoring, and evaluation, within complex and high-volume work environments.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills for effective partnership building and sustained relationships with internal and external stakeholders, as well as report writing.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for assessing operational performance, identifying risks, developing improvement plans, conducting research, investigations and analysis, and monitoring budgets.
• Good organizational and time management skills with minimal direction.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively during high-volume periods.
• Proficiency in dealing with day-to-day labour relations matters within a unionized environment.
• Ability to assist in reviewing business processes and conducting analyses to streamline and enhance work efficiencies.
• General knowledge and understanding of government legislation, including the Fixing Long-Term Care Homes Act and its Regulation, as well as other relevant areas such as labour, employment, human rights, health, safety, and WSIB.
• Proficiency in using various computer software packages, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and PointClickCare.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including rotating shifts (days, nights, weekends, and statutory/religious holidays), as required.
• Proficiency in Italian language is a definite asset.

Compensation:

$91,000 annually (not negotiable)

Comprehensive Benefits package, including Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

Hours of Work:

37.5 hours weekly. Work during evening, nights and weekends may be required from time to time. Also required to available for Admin-on-Call on a rotational basis.

If you are passionate about care in a leadership role, please forward your resume to: Human Resources at jobs@villacolombo.on.ca

Please note that all applicants are encouraged to provide a valid email address for communication purposes. Applicants may receive written correspondence regarding this job posting directly to the email address provided on their resume or to the one used to apply to the position.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Villa Colombo’s policies, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Villa Colombo’s hiring process. To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply or if selected to participate in an assessment process, you must provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.

We thank all applicants for their interest.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.