Director of Nursing

6 month contract Reporting to the Regional Director, the successful candidate provides leadership in the implementation of a robust quality, client safety and risk management program within the Service Delivery Centre. The Director of Nursing and Personal Support fosters a culture of continuous quality improvement and excellence by working with partners to develop and enhance systems and processes that embed dimensions of quality across the portfolio. A strong focus on leading practices, standards, client-centeredness, contract management and safety are paramount to support the organization’s strategic priorities and align with the overall vision and mission of the organization.
Your proven leadership and experience in developing a culture of continuous improvement by leading by example will be pivotal to your success in this role.
Why join SE Health?
Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, flexible pay options, car-loan support, housing solutions and exclusive staff perks.
Flexibility & Belonging Thrive with hybrid work, flexible scheduling and a supportive, inclusive culture that puts people first.
Purpose & Impact Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.
Growth That Meets Your Ambition Access tuition support, training and meaningful career pathways across a growing, future-focused organization.
Supports the Regional Director in strategic dialogue with internal and external partners and stakeholders to drive ideas and strategies for advancing collective quality practices and outcomes.
Lead for continuous quality improvement of safe quality home and community client care and client/caregiver experience, adopting the quintuple aim of quality framework and leading practices for measurable results and enhancing performance driven culture
Fulfills the regulatory college’s mandate for client care as the highest level of clinical leadership at the local site
Leads Accreditation preparation at the site level and contributes to organization’s activities to ensure an Exemplary status of achievement.
Works in partnership with the Regional Director, the Professional Practice Leader and the site leadership teams to drive a culture of quality improvement and client safety.
Supports the preparation and presentation of monthly and quarterly quality and safety material for review with the Regional Director, and with external funders and partners.
Contributes to the development and execution of the SE Health’s HOPE Clinical Model of Care at the site, ensuring sustainability of practices for long-term success.
Models leadership attitudes and behaviors consistent with SE Health values, including a relentless focus on person-centered care, excellence, accountability, collaboration, equity, and innovation
Provides performance management of the nursing, and personal support leadership team, including the ongoing evaluation of performance and the development of skills and competencies required to achieve SE Health’s vision and strategies
Facilitate and maintain team development and succession planning.
Supports local leadership team in the coaching and managing of staff with performance issues and consult appropriately with HR
Master’s degree in Nursing or Health Care Management is required (consideration will be given for candidates in the last half of the program completion)
A regulated health care professional designation (Registered Nurse) required, holding a current professional license, in good standing, to practice in Ontario
A minimum of 5-7 years of leadership/management experience in a health care organization.
Recent and relevant clinical knowledge and expertise of Older Adult care needs
Ability to promote and facilitate evidence-based practice within a community setting
Excellent organization, planning and time management skills
Knowledge of quality and risk management practices.
Complete MS Office and Procura familiarity is required.
Ability to travel within the province of Ontario, with occasional requirements for overnight stays.
A vehicle, valid driver’s license with travel required. Must be willing to travel in person in York region.. Must be willing to come to the Markham office twice a week.

About SE Health

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. COVID-19 : To protect the health of our clients, teams, and communities, all SE Health employees must be fully vaccinated (two doses, 14+ days since the final dose).

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This role is a (new addition or replacement position). The hiring pay range is $87 000.00 - $108 000.00 annually based on experience.