Part-time Infection Prevention and Control Lead (IPAC)

Radiant Care; St. Catharines; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit healthcare organization in the Niagara Region is seeking a Part-Time Infection Prevention and Control Lead to coordinate and implement infection prevention practices. This role requires a Registered Nurse or Practical Nurse with significant experience in long-term care and infection control. Responsibilities include monitoring outbreaks, leading compliance efforts, and educating staff on best practices. Join a supportive environment focused on excellence and care for senior citizens.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Free Parking

Employer RRSP contribution

Free access to Fitness & Wellness Centre

Qualifications

• Completion of degree or diploma in Nursing or healthcare.
• Current nursing certification in Ontario.
• Experience in infection control practices.
• Minimum 3-5 years’ work in Long-Term Care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the IPAC program for Nursing Departments.
• Monitor surveillance activities and manage outbreaks.
• Lead outbreak management and compliance with IPAC practices.

Skills

Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse certification

Infection Control certification

Leadership and communication skills

Knowledge of Long-term Care legislation

Cultural sensitivity

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

RN/RPN degree or diploma

Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Overview

We are a private, non-profit organization committed to providing top-quality accommodations and care to senior citizens. We offer a variety of living arrangements to fit the needs of our residents including long-term care, supportive housing apartments, and wellness suites. We also have a strong mandate to meet their social, physical, health and spiritual needs. We pride ourselves on our Mission of Excellence, Love and Dignity, with a work environment that emphasizes teamwork, staff involvement and personal development. Our staff, leadership and Board are progressive thinkers and supportive of each other. We offer competitive benefits, excellent challenges, and opportunities.

Job Posting

Job Posting # 3059
Radiant Care Tabor Manor / Pleasant Manor
Part-Time Infection Prevention and Control Lead
Permanent Part-Time (37.5 Bi-Weekly hrs .5FTE)
Start date: November 2, 2025

Position Description

Position Summary
Reporting to the Infection Prevention and Control Lead (IPAC Lead), the Part-time IPAC Lead coordinates and implements with the IPAC Lead the IPAC program and processes of the Nursing Departments.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria

This posting has been posted on the bulletin boards and website of Radiant Care homes as well as on Indeed.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Completion of RN/RPN degree or diploma, or Bachelor’s degree in other healthcare related field, e.g., Microbiology, Epidemiology, Public Health, Health Science, Medicine or Occupational Health
• Current certification to operate as a Registered Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in Ontario who is a member in good standing with the CNO
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is an asset or completion of an IPAC Canada endorsed course and certification in IPAC within 18 months of hire with current demonstrated experience with best practice guidelines for infectious disease prevention and control
• A minimum of 3-5 years’ work experience as a RPN or RN in the Long‐Term Care sector
• Have good understanding of adult learning principles and teaching methods to facilitate learning
• Demonstrate leadership and communication skills
• Thorough knowledge of applicable Long-term Care legislation
• Familiarity with Point Click Care an asset
• Current First Aid/CPR
• Ability to work as a member of a team and independently
• Cultural sensitivity to the unique ethnic and faith community
• Knowledge of Montessori Philosophy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Two-step tuberculosis test obtained within the last six months as well as MMR vaccination proof
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, including booster
• Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Position/ Sector Screening (VPS)
• Legally entitled to work in Canada

Key Responsibilities

• Part-Time Infection Prevention Control Lead of the long-term care home, reporting directly to the IPAC Lead
• The IPAC Lead role requires 26.25 hours per week at Pleasant Manor and 26.25 hours per week at Tabor Manor (part-time IPAC - 2 days at PM in week 1 and 3 days at TM in week 2, remaining hours covered by the Full-time IPAC Lead)
• Collaborate with the Director of Care/Director of Clinical Services to monitor surveillance activities and manage outbreaks in the Home
• Convene the Outbreak Management Team (OMT) at the outset of an outbreak and regularly throughout an outbreak
• Be on 24-hour call for consultation and/or reporting purposes as required
• Work to ensure IPAC program compliance and implementation
• Coordinate and implement IPAC practices in collaboration with Public Health to meet legislative and regulatory compliance
• Ensure surveillance and screening programs are in place for residents and team members
• Consult with physicians/nurse practitioners on laboratory results and data trends
• Collaborate with the nursing team on the clinical management of residents based on infection
• Ensure IPAC audits as per legislative requirements during outbreaks and complete trends analysis daily
• Lead and coordinate annual flu clinics and immunization programs
• Ensure a hand hygiene program in accordance with standards or protocols
• Manage and oversee the IPAC program and deliver education to all staff, caregivers, volunteers, visitors, and residents
• Ensure the IPAC program is operated efficiently and in compliance with the Long-Term Care Act and Regulations
• Complete monthly/weekly health and safety inspections for IPAC and safety practices
• Evaluate and update the outbreak management system
• Work with interdisciplinary IPAC team to implement and manage IPAC program
• Educate and audit staff, caregivers, volunteers, visitors, and residents on the IPAC program
• Complete mask fit testing for new hires and annually for existing staff
• Order vaccinations, store and monitor fridge temperatures
• Prepare and organize vaccination clinics
• Other duties as assigned by the Infection Prevention and Control Lead (IPAC Lead)

We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental and vision benefits available for full-time and part-time employees
• Free Parking
• Employer RRSP contribution
• Training in Montessori Methods for Dementia Care
• Free access to our Fitness & Wellness Centre
• Full-time, part-time and casual positions
• Excellent work environment
• Our staff, leadership, and Board teams are progressive and supportive

Application Deadline

Please submit your application no later than Monday October 6, 2025 at noon. Submissions after this deadline will not be accepted.

Additional Information

For more information about our home, please visit our website at: www.radiantcare.net

Radiant Care is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to equal employment opportunity. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during any aspect of the selection process, please let us know by emailing Human Resources at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone]. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.