Infection Control Practitioner

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority; Steinbach; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Steinbach is looking for a skilled Nurse specializing in Infection Prevention & Control. The ideal candidate will possess a Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, with at least five years of nursing experience, and a commitment to quality care. Responsibilities include ensuring safe health practices and collaborating with diverse communities. The position offers a full-time role with a supportive environment for personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years nursing experience.
• Current active practice registration with the College of Registered Nurses.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in Infection Prevention & Control.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Travel to other regional facilities as required.

Skills

Current knowledge in epidemiology

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications

Demonstrated conflict resolution skills

Ability to establish positive working relationships

Strong organizational skills

Respect for cultural diversity

Proficiency in both official languages

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

Certificate in Infection Prevention & Control

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Canadian Safety Association Standards Certification

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Department/Unit: Staff Development Infection Prevention and Control

Work Location: Bethesda Regional Health Centre

Hiring Status: Temporary

FTE: 1.0

Employment arrangement: In Person

Daily hours worked: 7.75

Anticipated shift: Days

Annual base hours: 2015

Anticipated Start Date – End Date: As mutually agreed upon – 01/02/2027

Reason for Term:Other Leave

Find your rewarding career in a vibrant and diverse community within Southern Health-Santé Sud. Our organization is privileged to provide care for people at every point in their lives.

Partnering with our communities, we provide safe, accessible and sustainable people-centered health care. We are proud to work in collaboration with all our partners within and throughout our diverse region: seven First Nations Communities, Francophone, Métis, Mennonite and Hutterite communities as well as a growing number of immigrants from all over the world.

Be part of the Southern Health-Santé Sud team, who is rooted in what matters most. Joina region that offers a lifestyle like no other – a safe, peaceful, beautiful, fulfilling life for you and your family.

Position Overview

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years nursing experience.
• Minimum one (1) year recent experience in Infection Prevention & Control.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.
• Certificate in Infection Prevention & Control or willingness to acquire.
• Suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

• Current active practice registration with the College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) and scope of practice as defined by the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA).
• Canadian Safety Association (CSA) Standards Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Qualifications and Skills

• Current knowledge in epidemiology, microbiology, statistics and infection control best practices.
• Knowledge of principles of adult education, teaching and learning strategies.
• Knowledge of policy development and implementation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and Outlook.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use an analytical and inquiring approach to problem-solving while contributing to program improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and make decisions independently.
• Demonstrated strong organizational skills and flexibility to meet the demands of the position.
• 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 respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver's license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud.If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

Please be advised that job competitions for union represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file may be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.