Park Place Seniors Living

Assistant Director of Care

Ladysmith, BC, Canada - Part Time

Oyster Harbour Seniors Community in Ladysmith, BC is seeking a dynamic and experienced Registered Nurse for the Assistant Director of Care (ADOC) position to help execute and support clinical care delivery, manage staff, audits, follow-ups and clinic flow and inspire a culture of excellence, compassion, and accountability.

This is a key leadership opportunity for a registered nurse who is passionate about resident-centred care and building high-performing clinical teams.

About the Role
Reporting to the Site Leader/Director of Care, the Assistant Director of Care is responsible for the overall planning, organization, direction, and evaluation of clinical programs and services to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality resident care.

As a core member of the leadership team, the ADOC contributes to strategic planning, operational decision-making, and continuous improvement, while serving as the clinical expert and champion of best practices.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategic Alignment
  • Provide strong, values-based leadership aligned with Park Place’s Mission, Vision, and Values
  • Contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of site strategic plans and priorities
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary leaders to optimize overall site operations and outcomes
Clinical Oversight & Quality Excellence
  • Ensure clinical care meets professional, regulatory, and licensing standards
  • Monitor care delivery and evaluate outcomes to support continuous quality improvement initiatives 
  • Champion a culture of clinical excellence and accountability
Resident Care & Program Management
  • Oversee the delivery of resident-centred care programs within an interdisciplinary model
  • Ensure effective care planning, documentation, and communication systems are maintained
  • Establish processes that promote high-quality, consistent care practices
Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and support to nursing and care teams
  • Foster a positive, collaborative team environment focused on resident wellbeing
  • Liaise with physicians, pharmacists, and other health professionals to support coordinated care

Qualifications & Experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing 
  • Current registration in good standing with the applicable provincial regulatory body
  • Progressive leadership experience in long-term care or seniors living
  • Strong knowledge of clinical practice standards, quality improvement, and regulatory requirements
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team development skills

Work Schedule
  • Part-time leadership role
  • Participation in a rotational on-call schedule is required

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