RFT Nurse Manager, Winston Manor and Virginia House

• All applicants must be registered through the British Columbia College of Nursing Professionals.  
• Qualifications and job description attached.

Internal applications no later than 5:00pm on Friday, December 13, 2024.

External applicants no later than 5:00pm on Tuesday, December 24, 2024

Job Description – Nurse Manager, RPN/RN

Licensed Residential Care Facilities

Functions and Responsibilities 

The work schedule of the Nurse Manager shall be agreed upon in Schedule C of the Residential Services Agreement. Specific duties may include the following:

1.  In accordance with all legislations and requirements, ensures a standard of care.
2. Participates in development and implements all operational policies and procedures.
3. Maintenance of house accounts and petty cash.
4. Develops staff rosters.
5. Develops in-service educational program commensurate with the needs of the facility.
6. Establishes and maintains professional contacts with community and government agencies and health organizations.
7. Observes building renovations and maintenance to ensure the needs of the persons-in-care and government regulations are met and to maintain environmental safety.
8. Ensures that medical and psychiatric care services are provided for the persons-in-care.
9. Serves as a member of the Medication Safety Committee.
10. Ensures compliance with nutritional standards.
11. With the Operations Director, participates in hiring/orientation of staff.
12. Initiates the process for progressive disciplining of staff if needed.
13. Responsible for quality assurance and risk management programs.
14. Coordinates the development and implementation of individual plans for the person-in-care in conjunction with the care staff, Mental Health Team and the person-in-care.
15. Consults, as required, with the team case Managers, the person-in-care’s psychiatrist, physician and other professionals involved with the person-in-care.
16. Reviews all referrals and arranges for all interviews and admissions.
17. Defines duties, organizes workload of all professional and care staff and arranges schedules to ensure adequate staffing coverage is maintained.
18. Responsible for providing input into the evaluation of the work of care staff.
19. As part of the management team, participates in formalizing and reviewing personnel policies and procedures.
20. Identifies and recommends training/skill enhancement for care staff.
21. Responsible for the active and ongoing monitoring and follow up of the work of others and accountable for the outcomes of the care given by care staff.
22. Performs other duties as assigned.

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the complete operation of the community care facility in a manner consistent with the Licensing Act and the policies of the Vancouver Motivation, Power & Achievement Society.

Education, Training & Experience

1. RPN/RN with BHSc (PN)/BSN preferred or equivalent consideration of education and experience.

2. Minimum of 3-5 years experience in supervisory and management positions with experience in the operation of a psychiatric residential community care facility.

3.  Demonstrated management skills in a unionized environment.

4.  Able to work independently, exercise initiative and good judgement.

5.  Excellent communication skills.

6.  TB clearance and medical certification.

7.  Current CPR and First Aid certification.