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Basic Function: Under the direction and supervision of the Manager of Nursing and Personal Care and as a member of the interdisciplinary care team, to be responsible and accountable for the home’s training, development and orientation programs for all employees, contracted employees, private caregivers, agency employees and students in the home in compliance with the FLTC Act 2021. Included is the accountability to, monitor and manage as a back up to the Infection Prevention and Control Program (back-up to the IPAC Supervisor) and related processes for Norview Lodge to ensure legislative and operations requirements are being met.
Position Description:
Supervisor of Education and Training Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the implementation, and coordination of the Training and Orientation program in the home for employees Caregivers, Visitors, Students, contract/agency employees and Residents in collaboration with the Management Team.
- Responsible for the development, implementation and management of Student Co-op Program, onboarding and orientation of new employees including the summer employment process.
- Responsible for the Caregiver Program and required education to caregivers.
- Primary contact for employees/supervisor/external sources (ie schools) related to education and training.
- Manages the e- Learning platform and implements tailored education for each department, position in compliance with the FLTC Act 2021 and relevant legislative requirements.
- Conduct education/training needs assessments and evaluations of educational programs delivered.
- Conducting mandatory education as set out by the Ministry of Long Term Care-FLTC Act 2021
- Responsible for the annual review and evaluation of the Staff Training and Orientation Program, ensuring compliance with the FLTC Act 2021.
- Develops and contributes to the development of polices and procedures related to the goals and objectives of the education and training program based on the FLTC Act 2021, and other legislative requirements.
- Delivers and facilitates the delivery of educational/training opportunities designed to meet the needs of all members of the home (Staff, Caregivers, Residents etc)
- Primary contact for High schools, Colleges and University to arrange student placement in house
- Prepares all staff preceptors for student clinical placements
- Follows clinical students and preceptors and acts as a resource and advisor
- Responsible to meet with all new Residents to review Fire and Emergency procedures.
- Participate and provide education on areas identified through the CQI program as requiring further education
- Maintains staff educational records in the e-learning system and provides feedback to applicable department Supervisor/Manager for performance appraisals.
- Participates in and completes audits as part of the CQI program
- Member of the CQI Committee and other relevant committees that are related to Staff Development.
- Manages the information in the Employee Information Book, ensuring compliance with the FLTC Act 2021
- Participate as a member of the Nursing Management Team including on-call rotation, investigations and discipline meetings.
- Responsible for employee files related to onboarding information for the home.=
IPAC Back-up Responsibilities:
- To be responsible for providing back up to the IPAC Supervisor for the coordination of the Infection Prevention and Control program for the Home for Staff, Caregivers, Volunteers, Visitors and Residents in coordination with the Manager of Nursing and Personal Care.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement the Infection Prevention and Control program in the home.
- Complete monthly surveillance Infection Control reports related to illness/infection, including data analysis and propose actions related to Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) practices in the Home
- Oversees, administers and analyzes activities including but not limited to ARO Surveillance, Hand Hygiene and COVID-19 Response Surveillance
- Evaluate annually the Infection Prevention and Control Program
- Chairs, plans and coordinates the Infection Prevention and Control Committee (at least quarterly) and activities.
- Collaborate with Environmental Services regarding sanitization, disinfection, sterilization and environmental cleaning standards through assessment, education and auditing.
- Monitor and review practices for re-processing of equipment and product review and evaluation to ensure the products support safe IPAC practices.
- Member of the Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee, Outbreak Management Team, and any other committee that is relevant to Infection Prevention and Control.
- Infection Prevention and Control surveillance using best practice guidelines
- Monitor staff compliance with Infection and Control protocols and environmental cleaning practices according to PIDAC best practice guidelines and the Ministry of Health and Long Term Care standards.
- Ensure Infection Control audit completion and report applicable gaps to appropriate committee, or supervisor. Ensures implementation of improvements related to the identified gaps.
- Collaborate with Public Health regarding communicable diseases and outbreak responses.
- Coordinate and lead the planning, implementation, maintenance and administration of the any vaccination campaign activities for both Residents and Staff including reporting and data collection.
- Maintain the Respiratory Protection Plan for Staff-N95 fit testing, ensuring completion.
- Manages the hand hygiene program for the home.
- Occupational Health related to Staff Illness
- Monitors Occupational Health and Safety related to personal protective equipment, devices, clothing are maintained in good working order and used correctly.
- Develops and contributes to the development of polices and Infection Control practices that ensure compliance following PIDAC recommendations and other legislative requirements.
- Collaborate and assist in designing the Infection Prevention and Control educational program for staff in accordance with the LTC Homes Act and Occupational Health and Safety Act
- Participate as a member of the Nursing Management Team including on-call rotation, investigations and discipline meetings.
- Supervise and direct work of Nursing Team members as par to Nursing On-Call Team
- Prepares and submits monthly, quarterly Quality Improvement STATS for Quality Assurance.
- To undertake all duties and responsibilities in compliance with Health and Safety standards, guidelines and legislation
- To adhere to infection control policies, procedures, protocols, routines and additional practices as required
- To participate in in-service educational opportunities and staff meetings
- Participate in annual mandatory education as per MOHLTC regulations
- To maintain an awareness at all times of emergency procedures, and participate in drills/exercises and associated educational opportunities
- To be aware of and comply with all County and home policies and procedures
- To maintain confidentiality at all times. Safeguard Personal Health Information and Personal Information.
- To orientate new staff to Infection Prevention and Control activities ex: sharps training for Registered Staff, donning and doffing as required
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Knowledge and Experience:
- Registered Practical Nurse with a current Certificate of Competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario;
- Two years’ experience in a long term care setting demonstrating strong clinical and assessment skills
- Courses specific to gerontology, dementia studies and Infection Prevention and Control an asset;
- Working knowledge of Ministry of Health and Long Term Care regulation standards, Long-Term Care Homes Act, 2007 and relevant legislation and the PIDAC Best Practice Guidelines
- IPAC Canada Certificate and IPAC Canada membership preferred, or willingness to enroll in IPAC Certificate course recommended by IPAC Canada and become a member within 3 years of commencing this position.
- Supervisory experience an asset;
- Knowledge and experience with adult education strategies/facilitation would be an asset to facilitate education to peers on a continuous basis
- Strong knowledge of computer software: Point Click Care, Excel, Microsoft Office
Skills and Abilities:
- Proven time management and organizational skills
- Resident and Customer focus
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Ability to facilitate and adapt to changes in the long-term care environment
- Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
- Ability to perform Heimlich Maneuver
- Valid Ontario driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Computer expertise in corporate standard software (Microsoft Office) and department specific software to data search and entry and to create and modify word processed documents
- Must be aware of safe work practices as they relate to job responsibilities and work environment, and have the basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Benefits
Posting #: NU 62.23
Position: Supervisor, Education, Training and IPAC Back-up
Status: Permanent Full Time
Employee Group: Non-Union
Salary: $72,015 – $90,019 per annum (under review)
Division: Health and Social Services
Department: Norview Lodge
Reports To: Manager of Nursing and Personal Care
Location: Simcoe, ON
Posting Period: October 23, 2023 to November 6, 2023
Application information:
- Ensure the file extension for your resume document is .doc, .docx or .pdf
- If you are electing to include a cover letter, the cover letter and resume must be uploaded as 1 file
- Find out more information about Norfolk County here: Employment at Norfolk County – NorfolkCounty.ca
The Corporation of Norfolk County is an equal opportunity employer. Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.
Successful applicants are required to provide the Employer with a current Criminal Record Check, including a Vulnerable Sector where required and verification of education.
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those to be interviewed will be contacted.