Director of Care (DOC)

The Gardens of Peterborough are the premier retirement communities in Peterborough and the Kawarthas.

If you are a leader, with a passion for providing excellent nursing care, we have an exciting career opportunity for you with The Gardens of Peterborough. With 24-hour onsite registered nursing, our “Enriched Care” assisted living program, and an unsurpassed reputation for excellent care services, The Gardens have plenty to offer those who want to grow and be the best.

As a member of AON's senior management team, the Director of Care (DOC) will influence how services are delivered, apply their nursing skills to the fullest, and truly make a difference in the lives of our residents. Reporting to the Executive Director, The DOC oversees the delivery of nursing and care services to our residents. The DOC leads and directs the entire care team, including nurses and personal support workers, ensuring that our high standards are achieved or exceeded.

The DOC will also:

• Oversee the development and execution of Care Plans for our residents, coordinate care delivery with physicians and other care providers, and advocate on behalf of residents and their families
• Help to develop and implement policies and procedures, completes quality assurance activities to ensure compliance with legislation and company standards.
• Ensure that policies and procedures are implemented and high quality standards are maintained.
• Promote effective communication within the department and throughout the Home, and stays current with developments in nursing and geriatric care.
• Make recommendations to improve department performance, and to manage budget and departmental resources

Qualifications:

• Current license from the College of Nurses of Ontario
• 3-5 years experience, preferably in a long-term care or retirement setting
• Previous supervisory experience required
• Composure, demonstrated leadership skills, and sound judgment a must
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be available to respond to on-call and emergency needs outside of normal working hours

AON Inc. offers competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.

AON Inc. is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities as part of our hiring.

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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• RRSP match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Are you currently registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)? Yes/No
• Do you have experience working in a retirement or long-term care environment? Yes/No
• Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? Yes / No
• Have you ever worked for AON Inc. or any of its affiliated communities? Yes / No (If yes, please indicate the location and dates.)

Work Location: In person