Nurse Educator

Job Title: Nurse Educator / IPC – Infection Prevention & Control The role of Nurse Educator/IPC – Infection Prevention & Control includes consultation, research, leadership, and education for all employees, residents, volunteers, and visitors at the Hardisty Care Centre. This position will enhance resident care outcomes and employee professional development through leadership in expert clinical practice. TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinates, plans, implements, and evaluates the orientation program for new employees. Collaborates with other leaders of the interdisciplinary team to ensure effective, consistent, and comprehensive new employee orientation has been concluded in a timeframe conducive to optimal job performance. Develops, presents, and evaluates in-services and other educational programs as required. Maintains current clinical competence and knowledge through best practice. Meets all legislated, provincial and accreditation standards. Contributes to quality of care and safety assurance and improvement by participating in site committees (e.g., Leadership Team, Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, Medical Advisory Committee). Maintains a positive liaison with community partners and resource agencies. Participates and/or takes a lead in quality improvement/performance measurement initiatives and processes. Work to prevent and control outbreaks of infection by: Facilitating the implementation and evaluation of infection prevention and control policies, guidelines, processes and measures. Collecting and analyzing infection control data through quality improvement audits. Providing consultation on infection risk, prevention and control strategies. Monitoring critical infection control indicators (examples may include hand hygiene rates, influenza and COVID-19 vaccination rates). Other activities as determined by the Infection Control Committee. Performs other related duties as assigned. HEALTH AND SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible to ensure all employees read, understand, and comply with Park Place policies and provincially mandated Occupational Health and Safety policies and safe work practices. Takes the lead as Infection Prevention and Control designate. QUALIFICATIONS Baccalaureate of Nursing with Gerontology content or post‑basic course in Gerontology, or three (3) years recent related experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A background in teaching or facilitating classroom training is essential. Current practicing registration with the applicable provincial registering body. SKILLS AND ABILITIES Ability to communicate fluently in English, both verbally and in writing. Applies problem‑solving process demonstrating critical thinking and decision‑making skills with systems analysis. Demonstrates ability to effectively establish professional working relationships with members of the care team as well as residents and their families, aiming for excellence in resident care. Demonstrates the ability to effectively introduce and manage purposeful change that is consistent with PPSL’s vision, mission and strategic directions. Ability to intervene effectively, resolve conflict, manage stress, and work under pressure. Ability to apply continuous quality improvement tools and processes within a dynamic environment, leading to improved care and service delivery. Demonstrates applicable computer skills and knowledge of nursing‑related care equipment utilization and management. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Educator position requires a significant amount of lifting (up to 20 lbs., more frequent lifting of 10 lbs. or less), bending, walking, sitting and standing. A regular day may involve four (4) hours of walking and frequent bending or crouching. The role requires willingness to work flexible hours. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr