Clinical Coordinator – Temporary Full Time (FT) – Kawartha Lakes

Job Description 

Clinical Coordinator  

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 clinical team you will provide clinical supervision, organization of programs impacting on care delivery including Orientation, In-service Education, Infection Control and Continuous Quality Improvement. Extendicare offers rewarding and meaningful work where you can enrich your life and the lives of others.  

This position is for our Kawartha Lakes Home, located in Lindsay, Ontario.  

Available opportunities include Full-Time/Part-Time/Casual; Day/Evening/Night shifts  

What you’ll be doing 

• Works closely with the DOC to ensure the Nursing Department operates in accordance with MOHLTC, CNO, and Extendicare standards and policies. 

• Acts as the lead in the coordination and implementation including evaluation 

• Acts as the Co-Lead Nursing Educator, leading and delivering staff individual and group training as it relates to special functions and routine practices.  

• Acts as resource to the interdisciplinary team in their interactions with residents and families 

• Supports resolution processes as identified through policies and procedures 

• Provides constructive feedback to the Director of Care regarding staff performance and suggests staff training and education needs 

• Provides input and recommendation to the Director of Care regarding equipment, supplies requirements etc. 

• Participates in Medication Management such as Medication Pass Audit, Monthly Narcotic sheets audit, Medication drug destruction, Quarterly Reviews, etc. 

• Complete RAI-MDS (RAP, Coding, Care Plan etc.) as assigned. 

• Review care plans as needed to ensure they are updated with correct and accurate information. 

• Completes AIS, Surge Learning, and other required mandatory education 

What you bring 

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent post diploma education preferred 

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in clinical nursing in seniors’ care that may include geriatric, long-term care, rehabilitation or chronic complex care 

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and a member in good standing with applicable regulatory body 

• Successful completion of Basic Life Support certification 

• Demonstrated supervisory and management skills, preferably in a related unionized environment; attendant service delivery work environment supporting the activities of daily living for residents 

• Previous client needs assessment experience and use of the inter-RAI system preferred 

• Knowledge of MOHLTC Act& Regulations preferred 

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 through your work. 

• 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 senior care and living centres 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 team members are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada. 

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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. 

If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare! 

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.