Director of Care

Overview“How do you live in the moment?”We are passionate about ‘Making Every Moment Matter’™. We are seeking a candidate that shares our values - a person who has a passion to make a difference, who has a strong moral compass and who has a commitment to teamwork. The ideal candidate is a warm and loving person who makes meaningful connections with those they are caring for.The Clinical Director of Care/IPAC Manager reports to the Executive Director and provides leadership to the resident care team in all aspects of resident care within established legislative standards and professional standards. Effectively manages human, material, and fiscal resources. In collaboration with the resident care team develops resident-focused programs, policies, and procedures. Monitors the quality of care and services delivered to clients through effective quality improvement activities. Director of Care ResponsibilitiesPromotes and supports Vision Mission and ValuesLeads the nursing team in all aspects providing for Person Centered Care for our residentsMaintains Legislative Compliance with all appropriate legislation; Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and Ontario Regulation 246/22, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Employment Standards Act., Labour Relations Act, etc.Demonstrate sound knowledge of the resident bill of rights and monitors to ensure the rights of residents are always respected and promotedDevelop policies and procedures consistent with resident care practices, College of Nurses of Ontario, Fixing Long-Term Care Act, 2021 and Ontario Regulation 246/22 and other applicable legislationManages all financial matters associated with the nursing department; budgeting, resource allocation, purchasing, staffing etc.Reviews and trends quality improvement activities and takes the lead in changing practices, introducing new policies, programs, and services based on the identified trends and analysis.Is accountable and responsible for all aspects of services delivered by the nursing departmentEffectively communicates with staff at all levels, residents, families, other departments and external stakeholders ensuring an interdisciplinary focus for the care and services providedOther duties as assigned and or indicated in Job Task Inventory IPAC Manager responsibilitiesThe Infection Prevention and Control Manager provides direct leadership and supervision of Screeners, RNs, RPNs and PSWs and implements and oversees infection prevention and control practices that promote the safety of residents, staff, and physicians, including:Responsible for recruitment and hiring of Screeners, and assists with PSWs, RPNs and RNsManages performance and addresses performance as appropriateAssists in conducting workplace investigationsCompletes individual development plans and performance management for screeners and other nursing staff as assignedCounsels staff (Screener, PSWs, RPNs and RNs) in areas of non-compliance, inappropriate and unprofessional behaviour. Utilizes the progressive disciplinary process when disciplining employees SurveillanceRecruits and manages Screeners within the Home and oversees daily screening and surveillance testingMonitors and audits for new infectious symptoms or trendsEnsures required surveillance and screening programs are in place for residents, staff, and physiciansCoordinates and conducts the weekly/biweekly staff swabbing clinics and tracks resultsMonitors and analyzes data in the IPAC module in the electronic health recordPerforms and analyzes Hand Hygiene auditsReviews surveillance data and monitors for infection trendsConsults with the physicians/Nurse Practitioner on laboratory results and trending of data to promote antibiotic stewardshipFollows guidelines for reporting communicable diseases to the appropriate government agencies Outbreak Prevention & ManagementCollaborates with relevant stakeholders (i.e., Local Public Health and Hospital partners, etc.) to manage outbreaksAttends all Public Health and Hospital Partner IPAC committee meetings and callsCoordinates and Chairs daily Outbreak Management Team meetings with Local Public Health and other required stakeholders during an outbreak, including minutes, tracking of follow-up actions and implementation and oversight of Outbreak Control MeasuresDevelops and updates an accurate daily Outbreak Line ListEnsures timely communication with Public Health re infectious diseases as per regulatory requirementsWorks with the Director of Care, Executive Director, and Corporate Support Office personnel to ensure timely communication to residents, staff, physicians, and families related to potential and confirmed outbreaksInitiates the outbreak CIS and keeps it up to date with amendmentsConducts a post-outbreak analysis and report for the IPAC Team.Mentoring as set out in the job task inventoryQuality Improvement as set out in the job task inventorySafety as set out in the job task inventoryMonitors the IPAC module in PointClickCare for accuracy and completenessConducts audits of IPAC process/policy compliance, screening and surveillance, PPE compliance and donning/doffing, hand hygiene, and cleaning and disinfection procedures for shared medical equipment and shares data weekly for unit performance boards and monthly for leadership and Health & Safety CommitteeCreates and distributes daily IPAC reports to the broader leadership teamPresent data analysis and trending to the Leadership Team, Professional Advisory Committee and Quality CommitteeReports on regional data trends and actions taken at regional meetings.Chairs Quarterly IPAC Team meetings and ensures minutes are posted and action plans are developed related to identified improvement opportunitiesCreates quarterly IPAC quality reports and presents at quarterly Quality Committee meetingsCoordinates and leads annual flu clinics and immunization programsCoordinates bi-annual Respiratory Fit Testing training and ensures compliance with training requirements.Ensures the evaluation of the Infection Prevention and Control Program is done annuallyCollaborates with environmental, nursing, resident experience, nutritional, dietary and environmental service partners on implementing IPAC best practices.Supports the development of audit compliance to cleaning and disinfecting procedures in nursing, dietary, programs, housekeeping, and laundryRegularly reviews Infection Prevention and Control policies and procedures and revises as needed to reflect current best practicesPolicy development in the area of IPACCompletes the annual Public Health flu surveyOther duties as assigned and or indicated in the Job Task Inventory QualificationsThe qualifications needed to join our family are as follows:Registered Nurse/Registered Practical Nurse with a current Certificate of Registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario, in good Standing, and eligible to practice in Ontario; or a nurse registered with a regulatory authority in another Canadian jurisdiction with equivalent certification for independent practice in Ontario as of right exemption Bill 60Current Non-Acute Care Infection Control Professional (NAC ICP) certificationCertification from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (LTC-CIC) or a commitment to complete within 3 years of employment/designationMinimum of 2 years experience in infection control in the Long-Term Care or Acute Care sector requiredMember of National Infection Control Association (IPAC Canada) preferredMinimum of 2 years of managerial experienceTraining and experience in Quality Improvement is preferredComprehensive knowledge of evidence-based clinical practicesComprehensive knowledge of long-term care concepts and philosophiesExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsPolicy and program developmentKnowledge of RAI-MDS – AIS certified, if not must be completed successfully within one (1) year of being hired.A positive mindset, as well as a connection with our valuesAbility to demonstrate a comprehensive knowledge of nursing and health care practices as they relate to long-term care legislationMust have demonstrated sound skills and knowledge of providing person-centred care in accordance with established standards, policies and procedures of the MOLTC and the homeKnowledgeable of the Residents’ Bill of Rights and respects and promotes these rightsEffective communication skills and the demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively is essentialEffective customer service skills and a demonstrated commitment to working with seniors are requiredDemonstrated ability to meet professional clinical infection protocolsAbility to deal with responsive behaviourBasic computer skills are a mustDemonstrated commitment to learning and continuous improvementTo show evidence of being focused on people’s feelings when interacting and knowing how to turn a task into positive social interactionTo undertake and meet all legal requirements within a context of promoting individuals’ rights and measuring/reducing elements of riskMust provide a complete and current (within six months) Vulnerable Sector Check (including a Criminal Background Check) or be willing to obtain oneAs a condition of employment, candidates are required to submit documented results of TB testing (within the last six months or within 14 days upon hire) or a chest X-ray (within the last year), as per Public Health requirementsTwo supervisory references requiredProvide proof of all required vaccines. The Employer strongly recommends to “stay up to date” with the recommended vaccines. Vaccination requirements are subject to change as determined by the Employer. What do we offer you?We offer competitive wages and benefits including:Competitive wagesEmployee benefitsEmployee perksEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramSupport for personal and professional growth We look forward to speaking with you and Making Every Moment Matter™. Although we appreciate all applicants\' interest, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.We strive to be diverse, inclusive, fair, equitable and accessible by addressing barriers and promoting dignity and respect for all. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager. #J-18808-Ljbffr