Nurse Manager

Department: Nursing

Location: Berwick, Nova Scotia

Job Posting No.: 2026 - NRS NM 1

Union: Non-unionized

Date Closing: April 20th 2026

Salary: $35.50 - $38.40

Application: [email protected]

Internal Posting

Nurse Manager

Description:

GVM is a non-profit long term care home with 5 nursing home units, 142 residents, and over 200 staff. One of the units is a secure unit for people with dementia and wandering behavior. We also have an attached assisted living complex (30 units), and an enriched housing complex (40 units). GVM staffing includes Nursing (Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Continuing Care Assistants, Auxiliaries), Food Services, Environmental Services (Laundry, Housekeeping), Maintenance, Recreation, OT/PT/PTA and Administrative Support.

Position Summary:

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the management and co-ordination of the unit and reports directly to the Assistant Director of Care, Director of Care.

Responsibilities:

• Supervises and coordinates care of all residents on the nursing units.
• Supervision of unit nursing staff (RN Supervisor/LPN/CCA/Auxiliary) - orientation/ in service/ discipline.
• Responsible to assist in the preparation and delivery of performance appraisals.
• Identifies resident needs & helps develop and update care plans and electronic documentation tools.
• Medication administration as needed.
• Documents pertinent information in appropriate electronic charts / files.
• Maintains good working relationships & open communication with all staff, residents, families and the general public.
• Facilitates monthly unit meetings & multi-team meetings as required.
• Assists in the orientation of new staff when needed.
• Coaches RN supervisors.
• Ensures that equipment being used is safe and in good working order, reports immediately any maintenance requirements.
• Liaises with physicians, pharmacy & outside facilities as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Must be licensed with the College of Registered Nurses of Nova Scotia.
• Must have 5 years' experience as an RN.
• Previous supervisory or Management experience preferred.
• Resident-centeredness and passion for working with older people is an asset.

Skills Needed:

• Must be resident-centered.
• Must be conscientious & compassionate.
• Must have strong organizational abilities.
• Must have the ability to problem solve and be decisive.
• Must have excellent communication skills.
• Must have the ability to supervise effectively and work well with others.
• Must have excellent leadership qualities.
• Must be flexible and have the ability to work in an environment that is subject to change.

We value diversity in the workplace and strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates including African Canadians and other members of the visible minority community, Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and women in non-traditional roles.

All applications MUST be submitted to [email protected]. Applications sent to any other email address will not be considered.