Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Lead – Registered Nurse (RN)

Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Lead - Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Glen Haven Manor
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Non-Union)
Schedule: Monday to Friday, with weekends as required
Salary: $90,000 annually

Join Our Leadership Team

Glen Haven Manor is seeking an experienced and passionate Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Lead - Registered Nurse to provide organization-wide leadership for our Infection Prevention and Control Program.

This is a key administrative leadership position responsible for developing, implementing, monitoring, and continuously improving infection prevention practices throughout the entire facility. The IPAC Lead works collaboratively with all departments to ensure compliance with provincial standards, government mandates, and best practices while fostering a culture of safety for residents, staff, visitors, and volunteers.

The successful candidate reports directly to the Director of Care (DOC) and Site Lead.

What We Offer

• Full-time, permanent employment
• Monday to Friday schedule
• Weekends as required
• Annual salary of $90,000
• Group benefits following successful completion of the probationary period
• Pension plan following successful completion of the probationary period
• Supportive leadership environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident safety and quality of care

Position Summary

The IPAC Lead is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of Glen Haven Manor's comprehensive Infection Prevention and Control Program.

This role provides leadership across the entire organization-not just the nursing department-to ensure compliance with all applicable legislation, standards, and best practices related to infection prevention and outbreak management. The IPAC Lead serves as the primary resource for infection prevention, chairs the Infection Control Committee, coordinates education initiatives, and works closely with Public Health and other external partners to promote excellence in resident care.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, manage, evaluate, and continuously improve the organization's comprehensive Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Review and update IPAC policies, procedures, and protocols annually or as required.
• Monitor compliance with provincial legislation, government directives, accreditation standards, and IPAC best practices.
• Conduct and oversee daily infectious disease surveillance, screening, data collection, trend analysis, reporting, and outbreak prevention activities.
• Review screening results and implement appropriate interventions to prevent and manage outbreaks.
• Chair the Infection Prevention and Control Committee and provide regular reports to leadership.
• Act as the primary liaison with Public Health, the Medical Director, leadership, licensing representatives, and other external partners.
• Coordinate and oversee influenza, COVID-19, and other vaccination programs for residents and staff.

Develop and deliver education programs for staff on:

• Hand hygiene
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Routine practices
• Environmental cleaning
• High-touch surface disinfection
• Dining room and recreation infection prevention practices
• Outbreak management
• Ensure the organization's hand hygiene program meets all current standards.
• Support quality improvement initiatives, risk assessments, and infection prevention audits.
• Oversee PPE and infection prevention supply inventory.

Promote infection prevention best practices across all departments, including:

• Nursing
• Dietary
• Housekeeping
• Laundry
• Maintenance
• Recreation
• Serve as the primary infection prevention resource for managers and staff.
• Support accreditation activities and represent the organization during licensing and accreditation processes related to IPAC.
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture by providing guidance, mentorship, and support to all departments.

Qualifications

Required

• Current registration and licensure in good standing with the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN).
• Registered Nurse (RN) designation.
• Minimum of 2-5 years' experience in Long-Term Care.
• Experience in Infection Prevention and Control.

Knowledge of:

• Infectious diseases
• Outbreak management
• Epidemiology
• Adult education principles
• Program management
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent computer proficiency.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and foster a positive team environment.
• Professional, approachable, and solution-focused demeanor.

Preferred

• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC).
• OR
• Willingness to obtain CBIC certification within an agreed-upon timeframe following hire.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is an experienced clinical leader who is proactive, organized, and passionate about infection prevention. They stay current with evolving government mandates and emerging best practices and are committed to protecting residents, staff, and visitors through education, collaboration, and continuous quality improvement.

If you are looking for an opportunity to lead meaningful change and help shape a safe, healthy environment for our residents and team, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and become part of the leadership team at Glen Haven Manor!