Resident Care Manager

**Resident Care Manager** Permanent Full time: 80 hours bi-weekly Applications are invited for the full time, permanent Resident Care Manager at our Home located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. We are a 120-suite long-term care home. Under the direction of the Executive Director and in keeping with the philosophy and policies of River East Personal Care Home, the Resident Care Manager will carry out administrative duties in the nursing department. This includes coordinating, planning, problem solving, facilitating discussion, education, and mentoring our team members in collaboration with the Director of Care and Assistant Director of Care. Consults with and advises the Director of Care concerning resident care matters. Supervises and provides direction to the Registered Nurses, Registered Psychiatric Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides and exercises delegated authority for resident care and planning. **QUALIFICATIONS:** 1. Registration with the Manitoba Association of Registered Nurses, College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Manitoba or College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba. 2. Working Knowledge of: Long Term Care Industry, Accreditation Process, Human Resources and Labour Relations Management, Applicable Contractual & Legislative Requirements (MB Health Standards, Occupational Safety and Health), Quality Management Principles, supervising and working within a unionized environment. 3. Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English. 4. Must be knowledgeable in dementia care and the principles of infection control. Preference will be given to those with dementia enhanced training. 5. Demonstrates concern and interest in providing quality care and service for the residents. Ability to analyze and problem solve complex resident issues including knowledge in wound care practices. Preference given to those with wound care certification. 6. Demonstrates leadership and organizational skills. Ability to supervise and direct the work of others. 7. Ability to effectively communicate with other staff, Residents, families and the public. 8. Understanding and utilization of computers, office-based software (word and excel) and interRAI LTCF a must. Proficiency with Point Clink Care preferred. 9. Mentally and physically able to perform duties as outlined. 10. Ability to inspire and promote the Person Centered Care philosophy and Elder Bill of Rights within our Home. **RESPONSIBILITIES** · Plan, organize, coach, mentor and supervise the activities of the nursing team in accordance with policies and procedures of the home. · Promotes best practice in caring for residents utilizing a person-centered care approach. · Evaluates nursing procedures, systems, and care programs regularly and provides instruction to team members as the need arises. · Assists in the planning, coordination and delivery of in-service training sessions for staff. · Facilitates the wound care program within the home,