Alio Recruitment Looking for Infection Protection and Control Supervisor at Ottawa, ON Full Time

Our clients have achieved incredible success in the long-term care industry, known for their experience with quality palliative care, enriching resident activities, and spiritual support. Founded in 2002, with 20 years under their belt, they pride themselves on their capability to provide a safe, and a high quality level of care to their residents, treating their residents, staff, and volunteers with the utmost respect and and value. Featuring unique 5 resident home areas throughout the manor, many amenities which are offered to the residents ensure an effective and efficient operation, while supporting a climate which nurtures the Grace Manor’s mission, vision, philosophy, and goals.

As they continue to grow the business, they are seeking the addition of an Infection Protection and Control Supervisor, reporting directly to the Director of Nursing. Playing a vital role within the organization, you will work to support the residents and the staff by sharing your education and knowledge of best practices on health and safety in regards to infection protection and control, engage in hosting vaccination clinics and N95 mask fittings, and foster a supportive team environment which is based on values of supportive hands on learning and growth. While maintaining a safe operation and adhering to safety procedures and regulations, you will be responsible for ensuring residents are being appropriately cared for, prioritizing their health and safety, and working with the nursing director to perform various audits and educational demonstrations. Experience with infection protection and control, outbreaks, vaccination clinics, and general education or mentorship in a nursing environment is an asset. They are seeking someone who is empathetic, invested, detail-oriented, collaborative, and reliable.

As the successful candidate, you will be communicative, and have a strength in maintaining best practices of health and safety while showcasing them to staff and residents in a positive and supportive manner. You will have a passion for nursing and the aptitude to follow instructions and guidelines in order to maintain and provide preventative infection and outbreak measures. Withholding an Epidemiology Certification for Infectious Disease is considered a very strong asset however the organization is willing to support your individual growth and learning in this niche area. If you are looking to expand your career with an established, growing organization who prides themselves on quality long-term care, this one’s for you. This role is located in the west area Ottawa.

While we thank every candidate for their time invested into their individual application, unfortunately only those we are interested in further considering will be contacted.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $40.00-$43.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evenings
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ottawa, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Registered Nurse (RN) License (required)

Work Location: One location

Application deadline: 2023-01-02