At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead nursing care in a vibrant long-term care community and support team development.
- Company: Family-owned Schlegel Villages redefining elder care with a unique culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, education support, and growth opportunities.
- Other info: Inclusive culture celebrating diversity and individual strengths.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in residents' lives while growing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with leadership experience and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 103000 - 110900 $ per year.
The Village of Riverbank Terrace has an exciting opportunity for a Director of Nursing Care to join their team.
Status: Permanent Full-Time
Location: 100 Smyth Road K1H 0A7 Ottawa, ON
Expected Start Date: December 2026/January 2027
The expected hiring range for this position is $103,000 to $110,900. This role falls within a broader internal salary band, with growth opportunities based on demonstrated performance. Successful candidates will be required to provide an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) and a Tuberculosis (TB) screening test after starting.
How Schlegel Villages supports our Team Members:
- Competitive salary and benefits
- Significant opportunities for Growth and Development: Our Leaders come from within
- Ongoing Team Member Appreciation incentives and generous rewards and recognition
- Extended Health Benefits & Retirement Savings
- Individualized Assistance for Team Member Education and Development
- Loans and Scholarships to help our team members realize their greatest potential
- Financial Hardship Support Program: Wilfred Schlegel Hope Fund
- A Unique Family Culture: Every Person in Every Village is a branch of our Family Tree
As a new Director of Nursing Care joining our Village Team, you will:
- Possess a current registration as a Registered Nurse (RN) with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- Hold current Heart Save Level of CPR.
- Have three (3) years of experience leading and directing department(s) in a healthcare setting.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
- Be excited by our objectives, our Village philosophy and the family values that shape all aspects of life in a Schlegel Village.
- Display a caring and respectful attitude toward our residents, families, and team members.
- Understand the physical, mental, and emotional demands of the Assistant Director of Nursing Care role.
It would be an asset, but not required, if our new Director of Nursing Care team member has:
- RNAO/RPNAO membership.
- MDS credentialed.
- An awareness and understanding of infection control practices, workplace hazardous materials and chemicals (WHMIS), as well as, all relevant health and safety procedures.
- Skill in operating common hand and power tools.
At Schlegel Villages we are redefining elder care through innovation, Village design and culture change, but we know the key to our Village success, and our residents' satisfaction, is YOU and our teams. We aspire to provide all members of our communities, including team members, with a life enriching experience.
We are family owned and operated and we take our mission seriously: "to provide holistic health care in a home environment, located within an internal neighbourhood design that promotes a caring community with emphasis on optimal health and life purpose for each resident".
Schlegel Villages is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please speak with the hiring leader.
Equity, diversity and inclusion are ingrained within the Schlegel Culture, and our Villages are more welcoming, open-hearted and vibrant because of it. Each Village is strengthened by the unique lived experience of every person connected to it. Everyone is included and respected in their spirituality, cultural diversity and individuality. Regardless of ability, heritage or cultural roots, our people are embraced, just as they are, and we celebrate and support life purpose within the community.
At Schlegel Villages, our hiring practices reflect our commitment to human connection and strong relationships that we strive to provide in our Villages. We do not use artificial intelligence in our screening or selection processes; applications are reviewed by our recruitment professionals who thoughtfully assess candidate's fit with our posted opportunities, mission and values.
Director of Nursing Care employer: Schlegel Villages Inc.
Schlegel Villages is an exceptional employer located in Toronto, Ontario, offering a supportive and family-oriented work culture that prioritizes employee growth and development. As a Resident Support Coordinator, you will benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and unique opportunities for education and advancement within a community that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in redefining elder care while being part of a team that truly cares about the well-being of both residents and staff.
