IPAC Lead for Geriatrics & Senior Living

Sienna Senior Living; Kawartha Lakes; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ontario seeks an Infection Prevention and Control Nurse responsible for leading infection control initiatives, providing guidance across Ontario and BC regions, and ensuring the safety of residents. This role requires certification as a nurse, three years of experience in geriatrics, and advanced computer skills. Join this dynamic team dedicated to enhancing residents' lives through strong leadership and innovative approaches in infection prevention.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in geriatrics in a clinical health setting.
• Certification in Infection Prevention & Control (CIC) or Associate Infection Prevention and Control Certification (A-IPC) required.
• Advanced computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the implementation of infection prevention and control program.
• Provide infection prevention guidance for Ontario and BC Regions.
• Support Ontario Region clinically as needed.
• Implement strategies for preventing infectious outbreaks.
• Perform infection prevention surveillance and data analysis.

Skills

Certification of competency from the College of Nurses of Ontario

Sound knowledge of applicable provincial regulations

Three years’ experience in geriatrics

Completion of Basic Infection Prevention and Control Courses

Fluent in English

Advanced computer skills (Word, Excel)

Job description

A healthcare organization in Ontario seeks an Infection Prevention and Control Nurse responsible for leading infection control initiatives, providing guidance across Ontario and BC regions, and ensuring the safety of residents. This role requires certification as a nurse, three years of experience in geriatrics, and advanced computer skills. Join this dynamic team dedicated to enhancing residents' lives through strong leadership and innovative approaches in infection prevention.