Practitioner, Infection Prevention and Control Job Experience

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

Registration with BC College of Nurses and Midwives as a practicing RN registrant and three years' recent related acute care clinical experience.

Evidence of an IPAC Canada approved infection control course completed or expected to be complete within 6 months of the start date.

Knowledge of the interrelationships between Acute, Long-Term Care, Community Health and Public Health Resources in the health delivery system.

Strong working knowledge of program development and implementation and performance measures.

Valid Class 5 vehicle license.

Skills And Abilities

• Advanced communication, writing, presentation, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of current clinical practices and methodologies.
• Ability to critique, organize and analyze information.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively introduce, implement, and evaluate new policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work while managing competing priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment under the guidance of experienced IPAC team members.
• Ability to operate related equipment, including computer software applications.
• Conflict management skills.
• Physically able to carry out the duties of the position.