Program Support Nurse/ IPAC Lead - Sheridan Villa LTC

Job Description

Program Support Nurse

Health Services, Long Term Care 

Status: Contract Full Time; up to 18 months 

Salary Range: $50.50/hr-$60.20/hr 

Work Mode: Onsite*see below for more details about this work mode. 

Location: Sheridan Villa Long Term Care Home 2460 Truscott Dr, Mississauga ON L5J 3Z8 

Hours of work: 37.5 hours weekly 

Are you an RN with leadership qualities, staff training experience and involvement with infection prevention and control programs?  Are you looking to work in an integrated, person-centred and engaged workplace?  Come join our family as a Program Support Nurse and make a positive difference in people’s lives! 

Reporting to the Director of Care you will provide Centre infection prevention management, surveillance and outbreak management.

Responsibilities:

• Provide educational leadership and training to assist staff in the performance of duties, as they relate to resident-centered care
• Assess the development and training needs of the multidisciplinary team, and coordinate resources accordingly
• Provide training and monitoring of compliance in accordance with administrative policies and procedures of the Centre, Long Term Care Program Standards, LCHSA Accreditation Standards, College of Nurses of Ontario Standards of Practice and other applicable legislation to enhance competency of staff
• Perform annual review and update of the infection prevention and control program and the staff development program
• Collaborate in the development, implementation and evaluation of the education plan based on the approved education budget
• Identify and report potential outbreaks in the Centre with recommendations based on infection control findings
• Chair the Outbreak Management Team during communicable disease outbreaks

 Qualifications:

• Current certificate of registration as with the College of Nurses of Ontario
• Baccalaureate Degree, Gerontology certification and experience as an educator in Long Term Care is preferred
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is mandatory
• Preference given to candidates with training in PIECES, Transfers and Lifts for Caregivers, MDS, palliative care, adult education techniques, and resident centered care models (i.e. Gentle Care, Edenization)
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of appropriate computer applications
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and ability to work independently and within a team structure
• Must demonstrate flexibility in work hours as position will be required to be available to work as needed for evenings and weekends related to outbreaks and training

Compensation: As per the Collective Agreement (ONA)

Location:  2460 Truscott Drive, Mississauga (Sheridan Villa LTC) 

Hours of Work:  37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday. Weekend, evening and night shifts may be required.

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Please note: Successful candidates hired to work within any of The Region of Peel’s Long Term Care Homes are required to provide the following information prior to hire:

Vulnerable Sector Police Check

TB Skin Testing

It is the responsibility of the successful candidate to pay for any associated costs of the above noted checks

Interview: Our recruitment process will include video conference technology

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About Us

Peel Region consists of the cities of Brampton and Mississauga, and the town of Caledon.  Peel Region delivers essential services to more than 1.5 million residents and approximately 200,000 businesses.

We’re working to create a community that is safe, inclusive, and accessible.  A place where everyone feels they belong and can access the services they need to thrive throughout each stage of life.

Our workforce is 6,700 strong and since 1974, we’ve been delivering a wide range of resident focused services. Our services include paramedic services, health programs, long-term care and services for seniors, child care support, garbage collection and recycling, waste water and water treatment, road maintenance, financial assistance, and housing support. 

Recognized by Canada's Healthy Workplace Month® with the Great Employer Award presented by Excellence Canada, Peel Region is a place where everyone feels they belong. We strive to develop a workplace that values and respects diversity, practices inclusion, recognizes the unique contributions and abilities of all people and facilitates innovative thinking. At Peel Region, people come first. Each employee has an important role within our community and when we work together, it’s impactful. We encourage you to join us in delivering essential services and programs to our diverse community. You won't find a better opportunity than Peel Region.

Additional Information

Peel Region is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is respected and valued for their contributions, and where everyone is treated fairly and has opportunity to grow and develop. As one of the most diverse regions in Canada, we are committed to establishing a qualified workforce that is reflective of the population we serve.Peel Region is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process, upon request. If you require accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accessible formats and communication supports are available. Please contact zzg-hrtalentacquisition@peelregion.ca 

Please be advised, Peel Region uses email to communicate with applicants for open job competitions and does not use AI technology in any part of the recruitment process. It is the applicant’s responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence via email (i.e., testing bookings, interview dates), it is imperative that applicants check their email regularly. If we do not hear back from applicants, we will assume that you are no longer interested in the position and your application will be removed from the competition.