RN (registered nurse)
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Infection Control Registered Nurse
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August 27, 2024
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NL Health Services
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Job Description Infection Prevention and Control Registered NurseTemporary Part-TimeLocation: St. Anthony, NL(PCN 55836RPI)About the Role Newfoundland and Labrador Health Servies, The Labrador-Grenfell Zone is responsible for a complete range of health services to just under 37,000 people in Northern Newfoundland and Labrador. The Zone has an annual operating budget of over $150 million, 1,550 staff and is served by three hospitals, three community health centers, fourteen community clinics and two long term care facilities.Reporting to the Manager of Patient Safety and Quality, the primary purpose of this position is to provide administrative, surveillance and consultative work in planning, developing, coordinating and administering an Infection Control Program at Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital and provide coverage for other sites when required. This position involves planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the infection control program to ensure it is carried out properly, effectively and efficiently throughout the region and educating stakeholders regarding infection control practices. Qualifications:" Graduation from an approved/recognized school of nursing program is required;" Current and continuing practicing licensure with the College of Registered Nurses of Newfoundland and Labrador (CRNNL) is required;" Infection Control Certification with (CHICA) or willingness to obtain in a timeframe identified by the employer; " Completion of Basic Infection Prevent & Control Course or willingness to obtain in a timeframe identified by the employer;" 3-4 years' experience/knowledge in Infection Control;" Knowledge of epidemiology, research and evidence-based practice is an asset;" Ability to work independently and exercise considerable judgment and initiative in performing duties;" Excellent written, verbal communication skills; and proficient computer skill;" General knowledge of sterilization/decontamination, microbiology and infection processes is an asset;" Current CPR;" The successful applicant will be required to submit a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check;Duties: (Included but not limited to)" Work with the IPAC/CDC Coordinator and Infection Control team to implement programs and service for Infection Control;" Provides surveillance for healthcare, industry best practices, gathers relevant data for analysis and reporting, as well as implementing interventions;" Provides education and training to program areas, evaluates and reports on changes;" Investigates infection control outbreaks, coordinates infection prevention and control activities;" Provides patients and families with education literature and counselling on infection control topics;" Attends and participates in department and committee meetings and where applicable, provides input into policy and procedures;" Participates in research, committees, program related activities and policy development as required;" Maintains accurate electronic and hard copy records and submits reports and statistics as required;" Maintains continuing education to remain current in the new methods and procedures;" Assists in the orientation of new personnel and acts as a preceptor for students in Infection Prevention and Control;" Works to full scope of practice for Infection and Prevention Control Nurse;" Work collaboratively with team members;" May be required to work alone;" Maybe required to do relief;" Maybe required to travel;" Other related duties as required." Salary: " NS-31 of the RNUNL Salary Scales, $42.63 to $52.69 per hour.Hours of Work: " 37.5 hours Bi-weekly; Monday to Friday.Interested applicants please submit resume, stating competition number 2024000665S, to:Human Resources DepartmentNLHS-Labrador-Grenfell ZoneSt. Anthony, NL A0K 4S0Tel: 709-454-0347Apply online at https://www.careers.lghealth.ca/ Posting Date: August 26, 2024Closing Date: September 10, 2024CC: RNUNL "If this is an internal posting only, only applicants o
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LocationSt. Anthony, NL
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Workplace information
On site
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SalaryNot available
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Terms of employment
Term or contract
- Start date
Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies
1 vacancy
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CareerBeacon
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Advertised until
2024-09-26
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