Regional Supervisor, Long Term Care
Location: Fort Smith
Department: NTHSSA FS Resident Care NLSCH
Job Code: 16560
Salary: $92,274 - $110,156
Job: Full-Time
Term: Regular
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About the Job
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North.
Job Information
Located in the Fort Smith Region, the Regional Supervisor, LTC reports directly to the Regional Manager of Continuing Care Services, Fort Smith Region. The Supervisor manages and oversees professional and support staff in the provision of direct health care services within the Northern Lights Special Care Home, Continuing Care Services Department. This position directly supervises Licensed Practical Nurses, Resident Care Aides and Relief Resident Care Aides.
The incumbent ensures that individual resident care needs are correctly addressed and that adequate staff, equipment and supplies are available to meet the needs of the residents. He/she ensures that all tasks completed meet the standards and requirements for safe and secure resident care in accordance with the standards, guidelines and scope of professional nursing practice; the policies and procedures of the NTHSSA; Accreditation Canada Standards; and required Organizational Practices.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
The successful completion of a Baccalaureate of Science Degree in Nursing, and at least 3 years of clinical practice in Continuing Care Services and 2 years of supervisory or management experience required.
More Information
Registrations
Eligible for current registration with Registered Nurses Association of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (RNANT/NU) is mandatory for this position.
For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practicenorth.ca .
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Salary Information
The salary for this position starts at $46.85 per hour (approximately $91,357. per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $6,180.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check if they are contacted for an interview. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 16560
Closing Date: February 22, 2019 - 23:59, Mountain Standard Time
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Fort Smith HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
83 Breynat Street
Box 876
FORT SMITH, NT X0E 0P0
Ph. (867) 872-6500
Fax (867) 872-3298
E-mail: jobsfortsmith@gov.nt.ca