Job Description

Job Title: Infection Control Nurse

Work Site:

Infection Control - Vancouver General Hospital

*Travels to multiple sites in lower mainland and north shore
Status: Temporary Full Time
Start Date: As soon as possible until approximately September 2023
Salary: $43.09 - $52.82 per hour

Hours:

0800 - 1700

Days off: Rotating
Reference#: 174178-cma

Come work as an Infection Control Nurse with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

Vancouver Coastal Health is looking for Registered Nurses to join the Infection Control team at Vancouver General Hospital, BC. Apply today to join our team!

As an Infection Control Nurse you will:

• Provide leadership and expertise related to the surveillance, prevention, and control of infection in the hospital and associated out-patient settings.
• Conduct surveillance, analyze data and make recommendations to improve the effectiveness of existing practices or procedures.
• Act as a resource for nurses and other health care providers in the hospital and community and provide clinical leadership on interdisciplinary teams in addressing infection prevention & control issues through consultations, continuing education, and other presentations.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, educators, and other health care professionals/providers to achieve excellence in client centred care, education and research.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience

• Current practicing registration as a Registered Nurse with the British Columbia College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM).
• Three (3) years' recent, related acute care clinical nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience; and certificate of completion in an IPAC-Canada (Infection Prevention and Control) approved basic course in infection prevention and control.
• Current CBIC Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or expected certification within two (2) years of start of employment.
• Valid BC Drivers license require to travel to various sites across VCH. Mileage and parking will be reimbursed as per the collective agreement.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of nursing science theory and practice within a client centred care model.
• Comprehensive knowledge of BCCNM standards for nursing practice.
• Broad knowledge of hospital policies, procedures and standards of care.
• Comprehensive knowledge of other health care disciplines and their role in client care.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively deal with others in a consultative/collaborative method.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to develop educational programs and material.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrated ability to function as a team member, leader and facilitator.
• Demonstrated ability to establish workload priorities on own and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust to new or unexpected events.
• Demonstrated skill in CPR techniques
• Demonstrated computer skills including the ability to effectively use database management software (data entry and analysis) and computerized patient care information systems.
• Physical ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes.

As per the current Public Health Orders (Long Term Care/Seniors Assisted Living Provincial Health Officer Order and the Health Sector Order), as of October 26, 2021, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Proof of vaccination status will be required.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.

We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2022.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.

***Employees of VCH must apply via the Internal Application Process. Refer to the https://my.vch.ca/working-here/job-postings site for How to Apply instructions. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***

Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.