Infectious Disease Clinical Coordinator

**About The Ottawa Hospital**:

- Inspired by research and driven by compassionThe Ottawa Hospital (TOH) is one of Canada’s largest learning and research multi-campus hospitals. With more than 1,100 beds and approximately 12,000 staff members, we deliver specialized care to the Eastern Ontario region.- From the compassion of our people to the relentless pursuit of new discoveries, The Ottawa Hospital never stops seeking solutions to the most complex health-care challenges while continually engaging with the community to support our vision for better patient care.Working together with its research institute, the University of Ottawa, and other partners, the hospital is continually gaining national and international recognition for high-quality patient care, teaching and research, while striving to meet the needs of the culturally diverse community we serve.**Rotation/Shifts**:
Days, 8 hour shifts.
- For information purposes only - The Hospital reserves the right to change.

**Basic Requirements**:

- Certificate of registration from the College of Nurses of Ontario;
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing;
- Five (5) years relevant clinical experience;
- Demonstrates an in-depth knowledge of the care of the HIV/infectious diseases patient clientele;
- Demonstrates the ability to work effectively and efficiently while coordinating a multidisciplinary team;
- Demonstrates the ability to develop and coordinate teaching programs for patients and families, and hospital staff as it relates to the Clinical Services;
- Demonstrates the ability to coordinate research activities;
- Demonstrates the ability to supervise and develop staff in their required skills and development;
- Demonstrates the ability to plan, develop, coordinate, implement and maintain a comprehensive multidisciplinary patient care program through establishing reviewing systems and processes to facilitate a smooth running program;
- Identifies a commitment to personal continuing education activities;
- Proven to have positive and effective interpersonal skills.
- Ability to provide patient teaching and conduct in depth assessments
- Demonstrated organization, planning, facilitation skills
- Ability to respond to a large number of simultaneous demands
- Ability to work independently and be self-directed
- Ability to prepare and present educational material based on principles of adult learning
- Ability to direct and supervise staff in skills development and care delivery
- Exhibits mature judgment in clinical, educational, research and administrative matters
- Knowledge of research and quality improvement
- Demonstrated ability to adjust to new and unexpected events
- Computer literacy including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to identify potential for patient or institutional risk and intervenes appropriately
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations. For example, the Health Protection and Promotion Act (HPPA) and associated regulations
- Active membership in the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (R.N.A.O.)
- Proficiency in speaking and comprehending both English and French (A-) level is required.

**Preferred Qualifications**:

- Master's Degree in Nursing or equivalent;
- Previous teaching/management experience;
- Member of CANAAC (Canadian Association for Nurses in AIDS care.

**What you can expect from us**:

- The Ottawa Hospital is committed to providing a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment for everyone. We are driven by our purpose to provide each patient with the world-class care, exceptional service and compassion we would want for our loved ones.We offer an attractive and equitable compensation package including a comprehensive benefits package, a Defined Benefit Pension (DBP) plan, and insurance protection. We also offer discounts from choice providers on a variety of products and services.- The Ottawa Hospital provides various Health and Wellness resources as well as opportunities for personal and professional development opportunities from our in-house Learning and Leadership Development team to help align your goals with your career objectives.**Please Note**:
The Ottawa Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.