Infection Prevention and Control Specialist

2 weeks ago

Owen Sound, Canada SOUTHBRIDGE HOMES Full time
About Us

Southbridge Homes is a leading provider of long-term care services in southwestern Ontario. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care and support to our residents, while maintaining a safe and healthy environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Infection Prevention and Control Specialist to join our team on a temporary basis to cover a maternity leave. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and implementing infection prevention and control practices, participating in the planning of an infection surveillance program, and leading the management of outbreaks in consultation with the local public health unit.

Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and implement infection prevention and control practices for the home
  • Participate in the planning of an infection surveillance program and lead the management of outbreaks in consultation with the local public health unit
  • Perform daily infection surveillance and develop the monthly surveillance report
  • Educate staff on the principles and practices of infection prevention and act as a resource regarding infection prevention and control
  • Maintain current vaccines for all residents and ensure the home is in compliance with infection control guidelines mandated by the Long-Term Care Homes Act
  • Consult with the Leadership Committee in the planning, developing, delivering and implementation of all training/orientation for current and new employees in accordance with legislation and healthcare standards
  • Regularly evaluate training programs to ensure the needs of the home are being met
  • Identify and report safety hazards, conduct regular safety inspections and follow safe working practices and behavior
  • Provide expert guidance on facility design, maintenance, and construction projects
  • Lead the implementation of changes mandated by regulatory, accrediting, and licensing agencies (includes reporting communicable diseases to the local public health)
  • Monitor staff compliance with infection prevention guidelines regarding the disposal of sharps and biomedical waste, use of personal protective equipment, hand hygiene practices and provides reports to the Infection Prevention Committees
  • Analyze infection trends, risk factors, and evaluate prevention and control strategies
  • Perform program assessments and make recommendations for correction and improvement
  • Lead the annual influenza vaccination campaign
  • Lead outbreak response efforts in coordination with the local public health unit
Requirements
  • RN/RPN degree or diploma
  • Bachelor's degree in other healthcare-related field, e.g., Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Science, Medicine or Occupational Health
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certified in infection control CIC or a-IPC
  • Willingness to be enrolled in the certification program within 6 months of accepting the role and commitment to be certified within one year
  • A minimum 1 to 2 years of experience in infection control required
  • Previous experience in long-term care as well as knowledge of applicable legislation is an asset
Salary

The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on experience.

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