Clinical Team Lead - Continuing Care

Christenson Group of Companies•City of Lacombe, AB

59d•Onsite

About The Position

Christenson Communities has over 1,500 Retirement Living Suites located in Edmonton, Sherwood Park, St. Albert, Leduc, Red Deer, Lacombe, Rocky Mountain House, and Whitecourt. Many of these Communities are integrated into Christenson's innovative "Urban Village" concept. These sustainable communities are planned with the future in mind, and offer active adults a choice of housing styles in a centrally located village with shopping, transit, and professional services situated around public parks and linear walkways. Christenson Communities offers a lifestyle that is worry-free, comfortable, fun, active, and social. With different lifestyle options including independent living, supportive living, and memory care, Christenson Communities is here to provide the best quality senior care services.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse/Registered Nurse, experience in gerontology preferred
Current membership in good standing with CLPNA/CRNA and CPR/BCLS for healthcare providers is required
Clear police information check, with the vulnerable sector, dated within the last 6 months
Demonstrated skills in leadership, communication, teamwork, concern resolution process, and customer service
Strong organizational and computer skills, ability to problem solve through critical thinking and self-education, and demonstrated knowledge and commitment to person-centered care
Awareness of accident and injury prevention, hazard identification and control; adherence to safe work practices and procedures is essential in this position

Responsibilities

Responsible for regular and ongoing communication to team members to ensure they are well informed about current activities, resident status, changes in assignments and daily routines.
Assisting with the coordination of students for training, responsibility for training, orientation, competency assessment with the Director of Care.
Responsible for supervising and providing leadership to LPN and HCA teams while on shift to ensure AHS and company standards are met.
Provides ongoing clinical education, coaching, and mentorship to Health Care Aides, LPNs, and other care staff to ensure best practices and high-quality resident care.
Leads orientation and competency development for new staff, including training on policies, procedures, and resident‑centered care standards.
Facilitates team huddles, debriefs, and case discussions to enhance interdisciplinary collaboration and problem‑solving.
Partner with Director of Care to ensure effective employee relations, conflict resolution and action plans as required.
Participation in weekly meetings including but not limited to Director of Care, Executive Director, Recreation Therapist, Care Team, Physicians and Pharmacy.
Maintains a professional standard of discretion and confidentiality.
Provides leadership or assistance as required in emergency situations.
Partner with Director of Care to ensure all requirements are met, audits completed and effective and thorough follow up.
Audit processes, suite cleaning, resident care, Risk Assessment etc.
Responds to changes in resident condition, initiates appropriate interventions, and communicates with physicians and families as needed.