Consider Your Next Career with Cassellholme!

Cassellholme, a not for profit, charitable organization, operates a 240 bed Long-Term Care facility serving residents 18 years of age or older who have long-term health care needs as well as a Community Support Services program that supports seniors' independent living.

What can I expect to do in this role?

Reporting to the Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Manager, the IPAC Assistant supports the day-to-day delivery of the IPAC program through surveillance, auditing, data collection, outbreak response, immunization support, education, and monitoring of infection prevention and control practices throughout the home. The IPAC Assistant works collaboratively with the IPAC Manager, nursing and care staff, and other departments to promote a safe and healthy environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

- Review emails, voice messages, and the 24-hour report for IPAC concerns and follow up as required.
- Run and review the Isolation Report and complete routine audits of residents on isolation or additional precautions to ensure appropriate signage, PPE, hand hygiene supplies, dedicated equipment, and waste/disposal containers are in place.
- Assist with isolation and precaution implementation by ensuring appropriate supplies and resources are available and escalating concerns to the IPAC Manager as required.
- Assist with required infection-related testing and follow up to confirm that appropriate assessments, specimens, interventions, and medications have been initiated as directed.
- Monitor PPE and IPAC supplies on the units, identify shortages, restock as required, and monitor expiry dates.
- Review staff sick calls, identify trends, and collect data for health and safety committee reporting. Escalate concerns to the IPAC Manager as required.
- Support outbreak management on affected unit(s), assist the IPAC Manager as required, and complete increased auditing during outbreaks.
- Complete IPAC audits, including hand hygiene, PPE, isolation practices, environmental and equipment cleaning, quarterly IPAC audits, and other audits assigned by the IPAC Manager.
- Assist with monthly infection-rate data collection for monthly reporting purposes.
- Support specimen collection processes by ensuring appropriate specimen supplies are available and assisting with audits of requisitions, labeling,



collection, and submission as assigned.
- Assist with immunization-related IPAC activities, including supporting vaccine clinics, and maintaining and tracking staff vaccination records.
- Maintain IPAC resources and supplies on the units, including IPAC resource binders, isolation supplies, signage, and educational materials.
- Audit medication rooms for cleanliness, expired products, appropriate use of single-use items, and medication-fridge requirements.
- Check that vaccine-fridge temperatures have been recorded and identify missed evening logs for follow-up.
- Maintain a record of resident catheters and complete monthly audits to confirm changes are occurring as ordered.
- Monitor that oxygen tubing, NG tubes, and similar equipment are changed in accordance with policy.
- Collect immunization history for new admissions and document the information in PointClickCare (PCC).
- Provide IPAC education and assist with IPAC orientation for new employees.
- Provide IPAC education huddles as needed when reminders, education, or practice changes need to be communicated.
- Provide in-person IPAC education sessions and maintain records of education provided.
- Monitor completion of annual IPAC education and follow up as required.
- Remain current with IPAC best practices and participate in ongoing education.
- Support compliance with applicable Ministry requirements, public health guidance, and Cassellholme IPAC policies and procedures.
- Provide back-up support to the IPAC Manager as assigned and perform other IPAC-related duties within the scope of the position.

Operational and System Support:

- Provide medication cart coverage when an RPN shortage is identified.
- Assist with other duties as required.
- Follow staff illness and infection control procedures while in the work environment.
- Where witness to a situation that requires a workplace investigation, full cooperation and respect for confidentiality is required.
- Demonstrate professionalism,



confidentiality, strong communication skills, attention to detail, and commitment to resident-centered care and infection prevention.
- Comply with Cassellholme policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Abilities:

- Current Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) diploma from a recognized educational institution and current registration in valuable standing with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO).
- Recent infection prevention and control (IPAC) experience is considered an asset.
- Completed/enrolled in IPAC-Canada/APIC endorsed infection control course or recent infection control experience is considered an asset.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, or willingness to learn, infection prevention and control practices, including hand hygiene, PPE use, outbreak prevention and management, and routine practices.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to collect, document, and communicate information accurately.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide support and education to staff in a respectful and collaborative manner.
- Ability to work independently while also working effectively as part of the IPAC and interdisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated understanding of adult learning principles and the ability to effectively communicate IPAC information through practical, engaging, and respectful education and coaching.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, clinical documentation systems, and eLearning platforms.
- Proven effective time management and priority-setting abilities.
- Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check.
- Must be fluent in the English language to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Bilingualism is an asset.

Cassellholme's Commitment to You

We are dedicated to fostering a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve while promoting an inclusive, accessible, and respectful workplace.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code.

Join our team and make a difference every day—where compassion, expertise and commitment create a home, not just a workplace.

Pay: $34.43-$41.83 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking

Work Location: In person

📌 IPAC Assistant (North Bay)
🏢 Cassellholme
📍 North Bay