Job Description IPAC Lead/Clinical Coordinator At Pine Meadow Nursing Home, we believe that working as a team and celebrating achievements creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. As a valued member of our nursing team, you will provide direct care to residents in accordance with policies, procedures and work routines. If you’re passionate about a team that is committed to quality care and driven by innovation and growth, join us! We are seeking a dynamic and passionate IPAC Lead/Clinical Coordinator to join our team. Reporting to the Director of Care (DOC), the IPAC Lead/Clinical Coordinator will lead the in-service and orientation education and continuous improvement of Infection Control Prevention and Control (IPAC) programs in the home. What you’ll be doing Works closely with the DOC/ADOC to ensure the Nursing Department operations in accordance with MOHLTC, CNO, Accreditation standards, Extendicare standards and policies of the Fixing Long Term Care Act. Acts as the lead in the coordination and implementation of programs, including evaluation. Acts as a resource to the interdisciplinary team in their interactions with residents and families. Supports resolution processes as identified through policies and procedures. Provides constructive feedback to the Director of Care regarding staff training and education needs. Provides input and recommendation to the Director of Care regarding equipment, supplies requirements etc. Participates in Medication Management such as Medication Pass Audit, Monthly Narcotic sheets audit, Medication drug destruction, Quarterly Reviews, etc. Review care plans as needed to ensure they are updated with correct and accurate information. Completes AIS, Surge Learning, and other required mandatory education. Participate in IDTCs where applicable. Supports Continuous Quality Improvement within the home. All other duties as assigned and as outlined in the Role Description. What you bring Current Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred or willingness to complete within 3 years of your start date. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. A minimum of 3 years experience in clinical nursing in seniors care that may include geriatric, long-term care, rehabilitation or chronic complex care. Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario and a member in good standing with applicable regulatory body. Successful completion of Basic Life Support certification. Previous clients need assessment experience and use of the inter-RAI system preferred. Knowledge of FLTCA & Regulations preferred. Competency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). What you’ll get Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities. Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization. A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work. Robust benefits package. Pine Meadow Nursing Home is a 64-bed rural community home and a provider of care and services for seniors. We are committed to delivering care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. Our qualified and highly trained workforce are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services. When you choose to build your career with Pine Meadow, you are joining a team dedicated to making a difference. Time Type: Full time Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors across Canada. We deliver quality care to meet the needs of a growing seniors’ population. We also provide management and consulting support through a range of services, including recruitment and building strong, qualified teams, to a network of independently owned long-term care and retirement homes. Our Mission “Helping People Live Better.” We help our residents and clients live better by promoting quality of life. We create remarkable moments through highly engaged and motivated team members. Stakeholders know this because we continuously measure, improve and publicly share our performance. Our Vision Our vision is to be the best senior care and services company in Canada. Our Values At Extendicare, we value our customers and our team who cares for them. We are committed to treating them with dignity and respect in an atmosphere of compassion. As health care professionals, we take pride in being responsive to the needs of those who rely on us. Customer Satisfaction. We strive to provide care and services to our customers which exceed their expectations. Excellence. We believe aspiring to excellence leads to continuous quality improvement in our provision of care to residents. Respect. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. Integrity. We believe in honesty and fairness in our relationships with others. Accountability. We believe we are accountable for the quality of services we provide to our customers. Communication. We listen to each other and foster open and honest communication. Teamwork. We believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. Environment. We believe that environmental issues should be integrated into business decisions that promote environmental protection, preservation, safety and a homelike atmosphere.
