Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN)

The Birches Nursing Home in Musquodoboit Harbour, NS, Canada
Facility: The Birches Nursing Home
Location: 7702 HWY 7, Musquodoboit Harbour, Nova Scotia
Job Category: Nursing, Healthcare
Position Available: Part-time and Casual

Facility Description:

As a Community Governed Organization and part of the Musquodoboit Harbour community since 1979, The Birches is home to 42 long term care residents who benefit from our focus on resident-centered care and honouring each person's lifelong routine.

This is made possible through the dedication of fantastic staff from a variety of disciplines, including nursing, continuing care assistants, recreation, maintenance, food services, laundry, housekeeping, and administrative support. Active volunteers also complement our day-to-day work. The Birches is committed to the highest standards of support and services and promotes a health workplace for its 100 staff. The organization fosters a healthy work life balance and uses the latest best practice information at all levels.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the organization and management of the nursing unit ensuring The Birches standards for quality care are maintained, under the direction of the Resident Care Manager.

Qualifications:

• Current registration with Nova Scotia Nursing & Midwifery Regulator.
• Bachelor or Nursing Degree (preferred)
• Three (3) years geriatric nursing experience
• Demonstrated administrative experience and leadership skills
• Ability to work effectively as a contributing team member
• Demonstrated knowledge of the nursing process, nursing diagnosis, excellent clinical assessment skills and problem solving
• Demonstrated supervisory and interpersonal communication skills (written and oral)
• Ability to work 24-hour shift rotation on any nursing unit
• Knowledge and experience in Venipuncture (preferred)
• Ability to attend work on a regular and consistent basis
• Demonstrated ability to live the values of The Birches

Hours of Work: Days/Evenings/Nights: All Shift Hours - 12 hr / 8hr shifts. This is a union position; given the scope and responsibility of the role, there may be occasions where the Registered Nurse may be required to stay beyond this period. On call availability/flexibility may also be required at times.

The Birches Offers:

• Free Parking
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Comprehensive Orientation
• A supportive work environment

Salary Range: In accordance with the NSNU collective agreement between The Birches and NSNU.

Please note:

• This facility is not located on a bus route. Reliable transportation is required.
• Please be aware that The Birches is a pet friendly environment.
• If the full application form is not completed with all applicable information, your application will not be reviewed.

Please direct all applications to: https://canada.gethired.com/a/e3a60e37-0ebc-4dca-9397-fc63ceee631a