Job description

The Ottawa Rotary Home (ORH) has a search underway for a bilingual Nurse with strong clinical skills and a background in Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC).

This is a split role providing both IPAC supports and guidance as well as a visiting nurse proving hands on care and assessments.

Direct nursing supports are delivered to individuals with developmental disabilities and who reside in a congregate care setting in the greater Ottawa area. The nurse will deliver supports to those with complex medical needs that cannot be met with in-house staffing supports.

IPAC supports will be delivered to agencies funded under MCCSS within the eastern region; Ottawa, Renfrew County, Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry, and Prescott – Russell. This position will work closely with the clinical and health advisory team at ORH to ensure comprehensive support to our partner agencies.

Key Outcomes:

• Builds a culture of compliance and adherence to IPAC standards & requirements set under the legislation
• Provides leadership of clinical services within the various program affiliated with ORH
• Works in conjunction with the management team to promote a culture of improvement and supports all programs in monitoring and improving quality standards of care.
• Cultivate relationships with staff, residents and families, internal and external stakeholders, and local Health Authorities.
• Improve the quality of life for individuals living in group homes and provide community based medical supports.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements: Nursing Assessment & Intervention

• Provide nursing assessments and interventions virtually or in an individual’s home according to the request type.
• Must have the ability to work autonomously with strong organizational skills for triaging requests, and scheduling visits as per individual and agency needs.
• Solid nursing assessment and planning of care skills.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills in both official languages and be proficient in providing care in both official languages.
• Will be required to chart in both official languages as well as communicate with interdisciplinary teams and agencies.
• Will be required to advocate for clients and agencies in securing health services and in discharge planning.
• Will require strong critical thinking skills and sound problem solving and contingency planning skills.

Infection and Outbreak Prevention & Pandemic Planning

• To participate in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of IPAC Programs in Ottawa, Renfrew County, Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry, and Prescott – Russell for congregate care settings funded under MCCSS.
• To complete Infection Prevention and Control Audits as established by procedures; assist with building action plans and support with quality assurance to ensure IPAC practices are successfully implemented.
• To support agencies in identifying outbreaks and follow guidelines for reporting communicable diseases to the appropriate government/health authority agencies;
• To support agencies in identifying and understanding current IPAC measures and requirements as set out by public health units and MCCSS.
• To monitor, trend, investigate and follow up on infections and outbreaks and identify areas of improvement.
• To provide continued/ongoing education/training to agencies around IPAC best practice standards.
• To develop and maintain a relationship with the local Public Health/Health Authorities, IPAC Hub, and Congregate Care Settings under MCVCSS in the Eastern Region.
• To support the Director of Operations & Health Management at the various tables (Community of Practice, Local and Regional Planning tables).

Surveillance & Monitoring

• To participate in quality initiatives, perform and/or coordinate audits as requested to ensure adherence to IPAC standards, and recommend improvements.
• To review monthly and quarterly data collection and analysis of performance indicators and provide reports to appropriate stakeholders.
• Analysis of nursing intervention in the community and identification of emerging health trends.

Collaboration & Education

• To coordinate and provide ongoing education to agencies on trending health topics.
• To coordinate and provide ongoing education to agencies on the principles and practices of infection prevention and control and newly emerging infectious diseases.
• To attend external infection control meetings when and maintain awareness of current infection prevention and control standards and practices as applicable.

Administrative

• Act as a member of the ORH Clinical Team and provide on-call support in rotation during evenings and/or weekends.
• To uphold and promote the organization’s values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity as set out in the Home’s Code of Conduct.
• To complete all other duties as assigned.

Required Education, Credentials, and Experience:

• Current registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario with no restrictions to practice.
• Must be bilingual and proficient in both English and French.
• Must be able to deliver health services in both official languages (French and English).
• Experience working as a healthcare professional in the Community and/or Developmental Services preferred.
• Minimum two (2) years experience in Infection, Prevention & Control.
• Professional competencies related to life-long learning, public relations, and health environment awareness.
• Must be highly motivated and creative.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Must have a vehicle and be able to travel as required.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office applications).

The Ottawa Rotary Home is an equal opportunity employer. For candidates selected for consideration, The Ottawa Rotary Home, upon request, will make reasonable accommodation for any disability-related needs with respect to the recruitment process and materials.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: From $29.27 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
In response to COVID-19, we have continually enhanced these protocols to adopt or exceed any new guidelines that have been issued by the relevant Canadian and provincial health authorities to ensure the safety of those who enter our homes.

Work Location: One location

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