Infection Prevention and Control - IPAC Lead

At the Region of Halton, we treat everyone with respect, honesty, fairness and trust. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the diverse population we serve. The Region of Halton is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Halton Region serves more than 595,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work.

We are proud to operate three non-profit long-term care homes where our employees make a meaningful contribution on the lives of the residents by providing quality care in a family-like atmosphere. 

As an employee, you will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer with a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also recognized as a Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO) Best Practice Spotlight organization.

At Halton, you are encouraged to grow and succeed in your career and are recognized for your work.  

Posting ID: 1241
Department: Social & Community Services
Division: Services for Seniors
Pay Range: $33.23 - $47.57
Job Type: Permanent
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Creek Way Village Long Term Care Facility - 5200 Corporate Drive, Burlington
Employee Group: ONA LTC
Posting Date: October 19, 2022
Application Deadline: Posted until Filled

Job Summary

This role reports to the Director of Services for Seniors and provides oversight and leadership to ensure regulatory compliance and implementation of clinical care standards and best practices.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement IPAC practices in collaboration with Public Health to meet legislative and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure surveillance and screening program are in place for residents and team members.
• Consults with the physicians/nurse practitioners on laboratory results and trending of data.
• Collaborates with the nursing team on the clinical management of residents based on infection. 
• Ensure IPAC audits as per legislative requirements during outbreaks and complete trends analysis on daily basis.
• Leads and ensures the coordination of annual flu clinics and immunization programs
• Ensure a hand hygiene program in accordance with any standard or protocol issued by the MLTC.
• Manage and oversee the IPAC program and delivery of its education to all staff, caregivers, volunteers, visitors and residents.
• Ensures the IPAC program is operated efficiently and in compliance with the Long Term Care Act and Regulations
• Complete monthly/ weekly health and safety inspections for IPAC and safety practices

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Current registration in good standing with the College of Nurses as a Registered Nurse. 
• Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing (B. ScN) from a recognized University School of Nursing
• Minimum of one to two (1-2) years' experience in infection control is required.
• have good understanding of adult learning priciples and teaching methods to facilitate learning.
• Current CPR certification is required
• Demonstrate leadership and communication skills
• Professional competiencies related to life-long learning, public relatins and heath environment awareness
• Possession of strong motivational, team building and time management skills
• Proficient computer skills with work, excel and electronic document software  

Preferred

• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is an asset or completion of an IPAC Canada endorsed course and certification in IPAC within 18 months of hire with current demonstrated experience with best practice guidelines for infectious disease prevention and control.
• Experience in long-term care is an asset
• Knowledge of the Long Term Care Act & Regulations is preferred

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• Flexibility in workin hours including evenings and weekends is required. 

Employment Conditions

• Criminal Record Check invluding Vulnerable Sector check uptained within the last six months
• Two-step tuberculosis test uptained within the last six month
• In support of the Region’s commitment to a healthy and safe workplace and community, the Region has a vaccination requirement for all employees. The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on the condition of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and able to provide proof of vaccination. The candidate will be asked to provide the Region with proof of full vaccination, prior to their employment start date. The requirement to be fully vaccinated is subject to the Ontario Human Rights Code. If the candidate is unable to vaccinate for a reason protected by the Code, a request for accommodation can be requested and written proof satisfactory to the Region will be required.

Important information about your application:

• If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
• We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Applications will be accepted up to midnight of the application deadline.
• If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
• Applications that are not submitted online will not be considered.
• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.