Manager, Inpatient Unit

BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES: In general, the Manager will participate in the selection of staff, and will supervise, train, provide support with labour relations issues, and manage the performance of the Inpatient Unit staff. This position will serve as a liaison between the patients, staff, and management. The Manager will oversee coordination of care with various departments to ensure that each patient receives the best care and treatment. 1. Performs according to the Standards of Professional Practice set out by the College of Nurses of Ontario and in compliance with the policies, procedures and standards of Riverside Health Care Facilities. 2. Accepts clinical responsibility and professional accountability for the care delivered to assigned patients. 3. Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team, fulfilling responsibilities as a member of the nursing discipline. 4. Complies with The Ethical Framework for Nurses in Ontario (College of Nurses of Ontario). 5. Provide direction, guidance, supervision and act as a resource to Staff in the Inpatient Unit.

SPECIFIC DUTIES: 1. Manage the hiring, training and performance of Inpatient Unit staff. 2. Liaison between the staff, management and patients. 3. Design and implement short, medium and long term goals for the medical facility. 4. Develop and update policies and procedures. 5. Ensure compliance with College of Nurses of Ontario. 6. Active participation and leadership on Managing Obstetrical Risks Efficiently (MoreOB). 7. Identify and facilitate staff education needs and requirements. 8. Carry out all work assignments safely and be knowledgeable of and in compliance with relevant regulations, policies and procedures in compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations, as well as other legislation as applicable. 9. Other duties as assigned by Director of Nursing. Duties may evolve with time.