Nurse Manager Job Description: Top Duties and Requirements

A Nurse Manager, or Head Nurse, supervises a team of Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and other Nursing Staff, and coordinates the delivery of care. Their duties include supervising and guiding staff, planning, developing, evaluating, and implementing comprehensive healthcare programs, and ensuring a high standard of care for patients.

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Nurse Manager duties and responsibilities

An institution’s nursing department depends on a strong and skilled Nurse Manager. The Nurse Manager coordinates all nursing activities and supervises nursing staff. They are expected to make vital decisions, critical to the care of patients. They must be effective leaders who are capable of duties and responsibilities including:

  • Supervising a team of Nurses and nursing staff to provide holistic and integrated healthcare to patients
  • Providing guidance, leadership, and training to nursing staff
  • Evaluating patients’ healthcare needs and recommending treatment options
  • Consulting with Physicians to diagnose and treat conditions
  • Designing and managing nursing schedules, assignments, and tasks
  • Administering budgets, monitoring resources and supplies, and other administrative duties
  • Assisting in the selection, evaluation, and development of nursing staff
  • Implementing regulatory guidelines and recommending steps to ensure patient and staff safety
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Permanent Full-time *(11 AM - 7 PM)* Salary - TBD **Nursing license fee paid by Seasons** Seasons Retirement Communities, Stoney Creek 8 Shoreview Place, Stoney Creek, ON, L8E 0J6 ** *Our Mission to You: * As a certified Great Place to Work®, Seasons believes that every single team member plays an important role in the overall happiness of our residents. We foster a culture of growth and support for our committed team members and offer opportunities for personal and professional development to advance a rewarding career in the seniors housing sector. *What We Look For: * Seasons looks for individuals who are enthusiastic about making a positive difference in the life of another person. We hire individuals who are committed to building meaningful relationships and strive for service excellence so our residents can be proud to call Seasons their home. Keen attention to details, going the extra mile and putting a little “wow” into everything we do is the Seasons way! *Your Job: * We’re looking for an Assistant Memory Care Manager. This role will assist to coordinate the highest standard of care services provided by the care team at Seasons and will assist in maintaining a safe and secure environment for residents, their families’ and other staff in accordance with Seasons vision, mission and values. The Assistant Memory Care Manager is responsible to collaborate with the Health and Wellness Manager and the Memory Care Manager to oversee the Care Services team and for monitoring the well-being and ensuring the communities’ residents receive appropriate care to meet their needs. ** *Responsibilities: * * Participating actively in the orientation and training of service team members, as well as responsible for the training of Unregulated Memory Care Providers on hire and annually * Monitor the well-being of all Memory Care residents in collaboration with the Health and Wellness Manager and the Memory Care Manager including both those residents who receive care and those not requiring care * Responsible for the training of Unregulated Memory Care Providers on hire and annually. Reporting to Health and Wellness Manager and Memory Care Manager schedules and concerns of Care Team Members * Provide coverage of Memory Care Staff shifts where applicable; * Complete all 6 month re-assessments, service plans and monthly tasks for all resident, as well as collaborating with the Health and Wellness Manager and Memory Care Manager for new move ins, prior to resident returning from hospital and when residents care needs change in the residents Electronic Health Records (EHR); * Promote a healthy lifestyle for Seasons residents by embracing each resident as an individual and ensure residents receive person-centered care * Communicating with families, physicians and external community healthcare agencies * Ensuring compliance with Resident Plans (PCC), Seasons specific policies and procedures, and RHRA regulations * Following risk management policies and procedures through monthly care related audits, Retirement Home Regulatory Authority inspections and Public Health inspections * All other duties as assigned ** *Qualifications or Skills Required: * * COVID-19 Vaccination IS Mandatory * Current Registered Practical Nurse License in good standing with the CNO * Medication administration training * Strong oral and written communication skills * Strong organizational skills in relation to the healthcare sector * Experience working with seniors in a retirement or long-term care facility environment and providing person-centered care plans is considered an asset * Strong leadership and supervisory skills in relation to both residents and care staff * Current CPR and First Aid certification * Class G driver’s license ** *Why Should You Apply?* All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. As a condition of employment, a Criminal Record Search which may include a vulnerable sector screen, will be required. Seasons Retirement Communities (“Seasons”) is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all interested parties. In accordance with Season’s Accessibility Policy, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of Season’s hiring process. We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. *_*_ _*Note during COVID-19: At the outset of the COVID-19 situation in Canada, Seasons Retirement Communities implemented heightened precautionary protocols in all of our homes. We continue to follow the advice of provincial and federal governments, our sector regulators and local Public Health agencies. Job are being reviewed and adjusted accordingly to ensure the well-being of the successful candidate._* CaiN8ukkZx Job Type: Full-time

What does a Nurse Manager do?

A Nurse Manager supervises a team of nursing staff in providing care to patients in a healthcare facility. In their management position, Nurse Managers assign tasks, supervise work, and discipline Nurses and staff. They also provide nursing care according to Physician’s orders, administrative policies, and established standards.

A Nurse Manager serves as the liaison between hospital management and nursing personnel. Depending on the type of healthcare facility and its needs, a Nurse Manager may assist with budgeting, recruitment, scheduling, mentoring, and record keeping. They are employed by hospitals, clinics, assisted living and retirement homes, and other healthcare facilities. 

Nurse Manager skills and qualifications

To be a successful Nurse Manager, the candidate will have prerequisite skills and qualifications that prepare them for this role. Besides essential nursing qualifications, a Nurse Manager must be a strong and independent leader, a co-operative team player, and knowledgeable about health. Other skills and qualifications include:

  • Ability to deal with conflict and crisis in a calm and cool manner
  • Strong leadership, teaching, and mentorship skills
  • Ability to work well within a team and delegate tasks 
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing
  • Demonstrated maturity when dealing with conflict
  • Highly professional when engaging with healthcare personnel, patients, and their families
  • Ability to advocate for their nursing staff to ensure a safe work environment
  • Excellent time and project management skills

Nurse Manager experience requirements

An excellent Nurse Manager candidate will have at least five years of experience as a Register Nurse (RN), working in healthcare facilities and providing nursing care. They should have demonstrable experience using their education, skills, and knowledge to collect and evaluate information on patients to provide effective and accurate care. Candidates should also have experience in a leadership or supervisory role.

Nurse Manager education and training requirements

Nurse Manager candidates must be a Registered Nurse in their province or territory. They should have a minimum of a university or college degree in registered nursing, registered psychiatric nursing, or a similar program. Additional qualifications in business management, health administration, or a similar field, may be required. For some positions, you may require candidates to hold a postgraduate degree in one of these fields.

As this is a management role, ideal candidates will have previous management training. Depending on the needs of your healthcare facility, consider providing some of this training on the job. 

Nurse Manager salary expectations

According to Indeed Salaries, the average salary for a Nurse Manager in Canada is $83,223 per year. Salary may be dependent on experience, location and company.

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