Director of Care (DOC), Extendicare Starwood

Job Description

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our leadership team, you will oversee the provision of nursing care for residents within the Home in keeping with the philosophy and policies of Extendicare. If you’re passionate about leading a team that is committed to quality care and driven by innovation and growth, join us!

Candidates are invited to apply for this full-time position to work at our Starwood home, a 192-bed long-term care facility, located in Ottawa, Ontario.

What you’ll be doing

• Plan, organize, direct, and supervise the activities of the Nursing Department to provide quality resident care.
• Interpret nursing philosophy and establish and implement goals and objectives, policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain all required records, reports, statistics, etc., for both residents and department personnel in accordance with policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
• Liaise and consult with families/residents, government officials, company resources and professionals in relation to resident care needs and department activities.
• Assume responsibility for the facility in the absence of the Administrator.

What you bring

• Registered Nurse required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred
• Membership or eligible for membership with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• At least one year of experience working as a registered nurse in the long-term care sector required;
• At least three years of working experience as a registered nurse in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a health care setting required; and
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills required
• Knowledge of applicable legislation, unionized settings and labour contracts preferred
• Comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices and techniques including education
• Effective human relation skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally

What you’ll get:

• Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
• A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others
• Employee Family Assistance Program
• Robust benefits package.

Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada. Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centers, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population in Canada. Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals is united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada.

Time Type:

Full time

When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you’re joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.

Extendicare and affiliated organizations, including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

Time Type:

Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.