Regional Nurse 4 – Infection Prevention & Control – Long Term Care (NRS-24-187)

Under the direction of the Provincial Infection Prevention & Control (IP&C) Long Term Care Lead (LTC) and working in alignment with the strategic direction of Shared Health and guided by the Clinical and Preventative Services Plan, the Regional Nurse 4, IP&C LTC :

• Provides clinical expertise, support, and direction to site Infection Control Support Associates (ICSA), site leadership, and interdisciplinary teams in addressing infection prevention and control issues through consultation and education, and acts as a resource to LTC facilities / Personal Care Homes (PCH)
• Advises sites on implementation of recommended IP&C measures to minimize risk of health care associated infections (HAIs)
• Leads the local implementation and evaluation of IP&C interventions including education, in collaboration with assigned sites and associated stakeholders, ensuring consistency with provincial LTC IP&C direction
• Oversees and guides local implementation of provincial IP&C surveillance for LTC in assigned facilities, monitors, guides, and coaches’ site ICSAs in analyzing data, and implementing improvements
• Contributes as a member of the broader provincial IP&C LTC team in the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of IP&C initiatives, policies, procedures, and operational directives to ensure consistency of practice across assigned facilities, and to build capacity for IP&C in LTC
• Communicates and collaborates regarding IP&C issues across the continuum of care
• Participates in IP&C research and knowledge translation activities

The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods to be employed and action to be taken on unusual matters.

The position functions in a manner that is consistent with the mission, vision and values; and the policies of Southern Health-Santé Sud.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing is required
• Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred
• Active member of and licensed in good standing with the CRNM required
• Completion of an Infection Prevention and Control Course endorsed by IPAC Canada. Successful candidate will be expected to successfully complete course within 1 year of hire, if not already successfully completed
• Certification in Infection Control from Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Incorporated. Successful candidate will be expected to obtain certification within 3 years of hire, if not already CIC designated
• Obtaining and maintaining membership with IPAC Canada is a condition of employment
• Additional education in areas pertinent to IPAC Canada core competencies an asset, e.g., Adult Education, leadership, microbiology, epidemiology.
• Knowledge of the key roles and responsibilities of IP&C
• Knowledge of the Personal Health Information Act (PHIA)
• Knowledge of microbiology, infectious disease, applied epidemiology and biostatistics
• Demonstrated knowledge of IP&C competencies
• Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the use of relevant computer software applications, including Microsoft Office
• Minimum 4 years clinical nursing experience in a healthcare setting
• Progressive experience in a leadership capacity with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Experience working with LTC residents preferred
• Experience in IP&C preferred
• Experience delivering multi-site services is preferred
• Experience delivering education programming is preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of IP&C competencies including microbiology, infectious disease, epidemiology, and biostatistics
• Demonstrated ability to critically think, analyze, interpret, and apply relevant practice knowledge
• Demonstrated ability to form effective and respectful working relationships with team members, other professionals, clients, stakeholders, and the community, with diverse values, perspectives, and ideas
• Demonstrated strong organizational, problem-solving skills and decision-making skills, including the ability to prioritize, interpret and respond appropriately to multiple concurrent activities
• Demonstrated leadership skills in an interdisciplinary team environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required, with a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in applying principles and approaches in quality improvement and adult education development and delivery
• Proficiency in use of common office software
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use database management software or data entry and analysis
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions
• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums
• Good work and attendance record

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.00.
• Access to a vehicle required. Must be able to travel within the applicable geographic area to fulfill the duties of this position.
16 days ago