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Job Overview:
The Administrator on Site (AOS) is a key member of the hospital administrative team providing administrative and clinical support for staff within the site during non-business hours. The AOS role is an opportunity for individuals who seek leadership challenges to learn about all facets of hospital operations and clinical programs within the Centre. The AOS has a high level of authority and autonomy and is expected to use judgement in making decisions which support attainment of Hospital goals and objectives, while creating an environment that supports the Mission, Vision, Purpose, Principles and Values of the Hospital. The AOS is tasked with addressing emergent issues and facilitating the care of patients across the Centre.
Accountabilities:
- Managing patient flow and hospital capacity.
- Liaising with all units / areas to support hospital/nursing operations with emphasis on assigning and directing clinical and non-clinical staff as necessary.
- Ensuring the appropriate delivery of care utilizing theory and evidence based practice as a basis for clinical and administrative system decisions.
- Ensuring effective communication and acting as a consultant to internal/external health care professionals within/outside the Hospital setting and to family/community members.
- Maintaining professional development of self and facilitates professional development of staff.
- Ensuring staff complies with quality improvement programs and other quality initiatives.
- Respond to codes and act as site commander for any emergent issues.
- Performing cross-functional and other duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned and/or required.
- Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the Centre’s core values and helps patients get their life back.
- Should be aware of conditions and measures that may affect the safety of patients, residents, students, employees, volunteers, physicians and visitors. Has full understanding of all emergency response procedures and is able to act as on site incident manager until relieved.
- Evidence of satisfactory attendance record.
- An employee’s disciplinary record will be reviewed as part of the assessment of qualifications.
Qualifications:
- Bachelors of Science in Nursing
- BLS required
- Master's in Nursing preferred
- Registered and in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Member of RNAO or other relevant Professional Association
- Up to five (5) years of relevant experience; including 3 years of experience within a post-acute setting
- Demonstrated leadership ability including strong coaching and mentoring skills
- Two (2) years progressive administrative experience in a nursing setting preferred
- Excellent verbal/written communication, interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Effective time management and organizational skills with the ability to organize work and set priorities
- Effective problem solving and analytical skills based upon a broad general knowledge of the Hospital
- Ability to make effective decisions
- Effective interpersonal and negotiating skills
- Knowledge of professional standards and Quality Assurance guidelines (College of Nurses of Ontario)
- Knowledge of legislation provision, i.e. Employment Standards Act; Substitutes Decision Act; Social Contract Act; Human Rights legislation, etc., which impact on work performed
- Knowledge of team dynamics with the ability to work effectively as a team leader and team member
- Knowledge of relevant collective agreements
- Demonstrated ability to make appropriate decisions, exercise sound judgment and use considerable initiative
- Demonstrates commitment to continuing education
- Ability to work independently and function effectively in a constantly changing work environment
- Ability to be flexible and adapt to change quickly and effectively
- Experience working in a unionized environment preferred
- Critical care experience preferred
- Membership in a specialty related organization preferred
- Management experience in a unionized healthcare environment considered an asset
West Park Healthcare Centre employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the hospital’s COVID-19 Immunization Policy. Accommodations to this requirement under the Ontario Human Rights Code may be available subject to supporting evidence.
At West Park Healthcare Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment, an important part of living our brand. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community.
Our accessible employment practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter. For further assistance please contact the Human Resources Department at recruitment@westpark.org or call (416) 243-3600 extension 4637.
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