Location: Station Place Long-Term Care Home (Havelock)
Status: Full time 12-18 month contract
Pay: $70,000 - $89,700 per year
Shifts: Typically, straight days; occasional evenings, weekends, and on-call support during outbreaks may be required
About AON:
At AON Inc., we are committed to building communities that care. We are currently seeking a Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC) Lead to join our team at Station Place Long-Term Care Home in Havelock. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents through compassionate, person-centred behavioural support.
About The Role:
Station Place Long-Term Care Home is seeking an Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC) Lead to join our dedicated care team for a 12-18-month contract.
In this role, you will lead the Home’s infection prevention and control program by supporting best practices in surveillance, outbreak management, and staff education. You will work closely with the Director of Care and interdisciplinary team to promote a culture of safety, accountability, and high-quality resident care.
Working in collaboration with leadership, staff, and Public Health, you will help ensure compliance with legislative requirements while proactively identifying risks, monitoring trends, and implementing strategies to prevent and control infections.
This is a meaningful opportunity to work both independently and as part of a supportive team, contributing directly to resident safety, staff education, and continuous quality improvement within the Home.
Key Responsibilities
· Lead and oversee the Home’s Infection Prevention & Control (IPAC) program, including the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of policies, procedures, and practices
· Develop, coordinate, and maintain infection surveillance systems, including routine auditing, compliance monitoring, and reporting
· Monitor, analyze, and report on infection trends, outbreaks, and risk factors, recommending and supporting quality improvement initiatives
· Collaborate with the local Public Health Unit and internal leadership to manage outbreaks and coordinate response efforts in partnership with the Director of Care
· Develop, deliver, and evaluate IPAC education, training, and orientation programs for staff in alignment with legislation, organizational standards, and best practices
· Monitor staff compliance with IPAC standards, including hand hygiene, PPE use, cleaning and disinfection practices, and biomedical waste disposal, and provide reports to leadership and IPAC Committees
· Coordinate IPAC-related initiatives, including immunization programs, annual flu clinics, and mask fit testing
· Prepare and present reports and updates for the Director of Care, leadership team, and IPAC Committee to support decision-making and regulatory compliance
Qualifications
· Education and/or experience in infection prevention and control, including infectious diseases, outbreak management, epidemiology, microbiology, and program management
· Post-secondary education in nursing, microbiology, epidemiology, medical technology, or other related health sciences preferred
· Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) in good standing with the CNO
· Must have certification or be willing to obtain certification in infection control from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology within 3 years
· Experience working in long-term care and/or with older adults and cognitively impaired populations considered an asset
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret, analyze, and communicate data effectively
· Excellent communication, interpersonal, customer service, and teamwork skills
· Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment
Station Place is a welcoming long-term care home where teamwork, compassion, and resident-focused care are at the heart of everything we do. As part of AON Inc., you’ll be supported by a collaborative team and an organization dedicated to excellence in senior care.
Apply today and help us continue building communities that care.
Vacancy Disclosure: This advertisement is for one current vacancy at a single location.
Artificial Intelligence Disclosure: We do not use artificial intelligence, algorithms, or automated decision-making tools to screen, evaluate, or make hiring decisions for applicants. All hiring decisions are made by people.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
AON Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, accessible recruitment and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the hiring process.
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Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $70,000.00-$89,700.00 per year
Work Location: In person
