Braemar Retirement Centre is hiring a Director of Care for an existing vacancy at our 69-bed licensed long-term care home in Wingham. We are an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization (BPSO) and a DementiAbility-certified home. Reporting directly to the Administrator, you’ll lead the nursing department and help staff put evidence-based practices into daily care, including approaches that support meaningful engagement for residents living with dementia.

We welcome experienced Directors of Care and qualified nursing leaders ready for their first DOC role, including Associate Directors of Care and RN managers or supervisors with long-term care experience.

Benefits include extended health, dental and vision care.

What you’ll do

- Lead and support the nursing team, including hiring, coaching, performance management and staffing oversight.
- Oversee resident care, clinical documentation, medication safety, quality improvement and critical incident follow-up.
- Work with the scheduling clerk on staffing and scheduling, and with the Infection Prevention and Control Lead on the home’s IPAC program.
- Partner with the Administrator, Medical Director, pharmacy provider and other department leads to address clinical and operational priorities.
- Manage nursing resources and support compliance with Ontario long-term care legislation and College of Nurses of Ontario standards.

What you’ll bring

- Current Registered Nurse registration in good standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario.
- At least one year of experience working as an RN in the long-term care sector.




- At least three years of experience working as an RN in a managerial or supervisory capacity in a health-care setting.
- Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
- A BScN and additional education in gerontology are assets.

How to apply Apply through Indeed with your résumé. Braemar welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available on request throughout the recruitment process.

Accessibility and Commitment to Accessibility for Staff and Residents at Braemar Retirement Centre

At Braemar Retirement Centre, accessibility is at the heart of how we care for residents, support staff, and welcome families and visitors. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful, and barrier-free environment by identifying, removing, and preventing barriers for people with disabilities—including residents, staff, volunteers, and visitors. Guided by the principles of dignity, independence, integration, and equal prospect, and in alignment with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), we strive to ensure that all services, supports, and employment practices are fully accessible and inclusive.

Accessibility in the Workplace





Accessibility is not just about physical spaces—it’s also about workplace culture and practices. At Braemar Retirement Centre:

- We recognize that staff with disabilities deserve the same respectful, inclusive, and supportive environment as residents.
- We are committed to meeting AODA accessibility standards in employment, ensuring that hiring, onboarding, and day-to-day work practices support all employees.
- We provide accommodations upon request during recruitment, hiring, and throughout employment.
- Staff are encouraged to communicate any accessibility needs so we can make the appropriate adjustments to foster an inclusive work environment.

Inclusive Hiring Practices As an equal opportunity employer, Braemar Retirement Centre encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including:
- Persons with visible and invisible disabilities
- Indigenous peoples
- Members of racialized communities
- LGBTQ+ individuals
- Newcomers to Canada

We are committed to fair, accessible, and inclusive hiring processes. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment or employment process, we will work with you to meet your needs. Job Types: Permanent, Full-time

Pay: $118,000.00-$120,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Application question(s):
- Are you willing and able to commute/relocate to Wingham?
- Do you have a Covid-19 vaccine?

Licence/Certification:
- RN license with the CNO (required)

Work Location: In person

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🏢 Braemar Retirement Centre
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