The ICP is responsible for ensuring that effective IPC practices are implemented across the spectrum of care that are specific to the practice setting and the population being served; ensuring current infection control best practices are being met; ensure select sentinel and significant health care infections, events and trends are promptly identified and addressed; providing and analyzing data to maintain current standards contributing to quality improvement; consulting and liaising with community health agencies; consulting and collaborating with stakeholders. Other key functions include committee participation with internal and external stakeholders, as well as facilitating change through interpretation and application of standards, and providing and developing new clinical practice recommendations for IPC. The ICP provides leadership and direction for IPC initiatives throughout the organization, and in addition, will provide orientations, in-service programs, clinical consultation and individual staff development initiatives in the area of IPC. Travel to all sites is required.
Baccalaureate degree in Nursing or other health related science required. Certification in Infection Control is required. Currently licensed with the College and Association of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CARNA) or an applicable professional licensing body required. Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS Level C - Health Care Provider required. Three years of related experience in health care - either acute care or continuing care setting required. A combination of education and experience will be considered.
Additional Required Qualifications:Skills and expertise to communicate knowledge and support delivery of the Infection Control Work plan. Interpersonal skills including negotiation, influencing, facilitating, conflict resolution and the ability to form positive working relationships. Self-motivated, positive, and confident with the ability to cope under stress.
Preferred Qualifications:Previous Infection Prevention and Control experience preferred.