Resource and Infection Prevention and Control - Goderich, Canada - Alexandra Marine & General Hospital

Alexandra Marine & General Hospital

Verified Company

Goderich, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Position name:

Resource and Infection Prevention and Control Coordinator
FT

Union/Non-Uniont:

Non-Union

Status:

Fulltime

Supervisor:

CNE / VP Patient Services

Posted Date:

May :00AM

Deadline:

Jun :00PM

Overview:

The Alexandra Marine and General Hospital (AMGH) is a fully accredited healthcare organization located in the beautiful community of Goderich on the shores of Lake Huron.

AMGH is the largest provider of acute care hospital services in Huron County.

With an annual budget of $25M, AMGH offers a range of services including 24 hour emergency, intensive care, obstetrics, general surgery, inpatient adult psychiatry and multi-site community mental health.

The organization hosts a comprehensive range of specialty and regional healthcare services such as a renal dialysis satellite and telestroke site.

The South Huron Hospital Association (SHHA) was established in 1953 and serves a wide catchment area, including the Municipality of South Huron and its adjacent communities.

Located in a small, rural community, we are proud to offer a 24/7 Emergency Department. With 19 inpatient beds, we provide acute, rehabilitation, and complex continuing inpatient care.

Our outpatient services encompass the continuum of care as we strike to meet the evolving needs of our patients and surrounding communities.

The incumbent will be responsible for the development, administration and implementation of programs and services related to patient flow, safety and IPAC measures across the hospital.

The incumbent will be knowledgeable with current legislation and trends related to IPAC and fostering internal and external communications with all stakeholders.

The position supports and improves the quality of health care through the implementation of best practices in the areas of Infection Prevention and Control and operational patient flow processes.

Qualifications:

Current registration with CNO as a Registered Nurse
Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred or a defined commitment to obtaining such
Courses in Health Care Administration an asset
Demonstrated commitment to continuing education
Thorough understanding of related and pending legislation
Certified Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) preferred
BCLS certification preferred

Required Skills:

3 years' experience working in IPAC
A minimum of 3 years in healthcare
Demonstrated progressively responsible work experience with at least 35 years supervisory / management experience
Demonstrated knowledge of principles of occupational health required
Demonstrated knowledge of principals of IPAC
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues and to establish collaborative working relationships.
Ability to prepare correspondence and reports
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Demonstrate initiative and good judgment in problem solving identify opportunities for action
Demonstrated Computer proficiency
Effective time management skills
Excellent verbal, written and facilitative skills
Flexible, adaptable and professional demeanor
Proven organizational, teaching and presentation skills

Abilities:

3 years' experience working in IPAC
A minimum of 3 years in healthcare
Demonstrated progressively responsible work experience with at least 35 years supervisory / management experience
Demonstrated knowledge of principles of occupational health required
Demonstrated knowledge of principals of IPAC
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive issues and to establish collaborative working relationships.
Ability to prepare correspondence and reports
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Demonstrate initiative and good judgment in problem solving identify opportunities for action
Demonstrated Computer proficiency
Effective time management skills
Excellent verbal, written and facilitative skills
Flexible, adaptable and professional demeanor
Proven organizational, teaching and presentation skills
As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written and/or practical test
Personal information is collected under FIPPA and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment and if hired, the information collected may be incorporated into your personnel file and used and disclosed for the purpose of administering your employment. _
AMGH is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance. _
NOTE: Only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.