Resident Coordinator (RN)

Position
Resident Coordinator

Location
Calgary

Status
Casual leading to Part Time or Full Time. Part Time or Full Time may also be available.

Shift
Rotating shifts including Days, Evenings, Nights and Weekends

Work Hours
7.75 hours per shift

Start Date
Until suitable candidate found

THE OPPORTUNITY 

Our workplace is one where staff can grow in a career that is meaningful and contributing to the community. Wing Kei’s staff and volunteers provide compassionate and individualized support for two age groups: seniors through on-site health and living care and since September 2020, for children and their families through our new Montessori School. As an organization, we adhere to high standards of care, repeatedly receiving Exemplary Standing with Accreditation Canada over the years.  

Reporting to the Clinical Manager, the Resident Coordinator is accountable for the co-ordination of care and service to support residents’ orientation, functional ability and social skills. They direct and supervise employees engaged in the provision of care and service, and act as the immediate contact for the residents and families.

THE ROLE

Key Accountabilities

  • Demonstrate, promote and advocate the Wing Kei vision, mission and core values
  • Perform the functions of a Registered Nurse according to the CARNA Standards
  • Performs the role of Charge Nurse of the unit(s) as assigned
  • Serves as a unit team leader and provides clinical support and supervision to LPNs and HCAs
  • Is accountable for nursing care provided on specific unit: participate in the assessment and planning of nursing care, develop care plans and effectively implements the nursing process
  • Is responsible for accurate medical documentation including MDS data entry
  • Ensure adequate nursing supplies and equipment on the unit and places orders as necessary and ensures efficient and responsible use of such supplies
  • Communicate with pharmacy to meet residents’ medication needs. Checks and receives medication from Pharmacy, stores and administers medications properly. Keeps up-to-date record and control of medication.
  • Provide nursing assessments; process physician’s order and provide assistance to physicians
  • Provide cognitive, social and emotional support to clients and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to encourage clients’ engagement in programs that improve their quality of life
  • Participate in on-going trainings to ensure high standard of service and best practices in the field is achieved
  • Perform other direct care activities as needed, including daily living and personal hygiene activities

THE INDIVIDUAL WHO WILL SUCCEED

  • Is aligned with Wing Kei’s vision and mission to continue to deliver excellence in seniors care
  • Registered Nurse with current CARNA registration
  • Current CPR (BCLS) Certificate
  • Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessment skills within Scope of Practice and effective leadership skills
  • Is diligent with good observation skills, keen attention to details
  • Is respectful for clients and their family members, as well their rights and privacy, and properties
  • Is committed to perform and promote effective work practices and safety awareness
  • Possess effective verbal and non-verbal skills to communicate with clients and interdisciplinary teams; ability to communicate in Chinese would be an asset
  • Flexibility to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, nights on weekdays and weekends
  • Effective leadership skills with experience in supervising nursing staff an asset
  • Experience in working in Long Term Care or Support Living (SL4) setting preferred

Benefits:

Package includes:

  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Pension

How to Apply:

By sending your resume and a cover letter to Wing Kei Human Resources at 

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Benefits:

Package includes:

  • Dental Insurance
  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Wellness Program
  • Pension

How to Apply:

By sending your resume and a cover letter to Wing Kei Human Resources at 

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We are an equity employer and encourage applications from all genders, persons with disabilities and visible minorities who may contribute to the wellbeing of our residents.

All new employees must complete a Criminal Records Check in accordance with the Protection for Persons in Care Act. In compliance with Alberta Health’s Infection Control standards, all new employees are required to provide a copy of their Tuberculosis or Chest X-Ray paperwork and a proof of positive immunity of MMR within 30 days of their date of hire.

Thank you for your interest in working at Wing Kei. Unless you are contacted for an interview, you will receive no further acknowledgment of your application.