Company Overview
Maple Villa is an independent 93-bed licensed long-term care home located in Burlington, Ontario. Maple Villa is fully accredited by Accreditation Canada and has been providing quality resident and family-focused care since 1971. We continually strive to make a difference, to provide Person and Family-centered care and provide services where safety is a priority.
Our interdisciplinary team are committed about the care for our residents, staff, families and volunteers and are consistently reflecting on practices and areas of improvement to provide exceptional, individualized, culturally competent care to our residents and maintain a strong and dedicated health care team.
We are opening a new Home in January 2026 that will support 256 residents in our community! The new Maple Villa is located on Palladium Way in north Burlington.
Position Summary
Salary Starting Range RPN: $80,403.34
Salary Starting Range RN: $104,869.00
Reporting to the Director of Care - Clinical, the Associate Director of Care - Infection Prevention and Control, is accountable and responsible for providing infection and prevention control expertise and leadership in the implementation of program initiatives and deliverables; developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating infection control programs as well as building capacity internally and externally to detect and manage infection prevention and control (IPAC) issues while serving the needs of residents, families and colleagues. The role will ensure delivery of infection prevention and control education and auditing and will utilize relevant legislation and best practices. The incumbent will ensure that continuous quality improvement outcomes approved for the Home are met or exceeded, and demonstrate dedication to professional values and the mission, vision and values of the Home. Implements a culture focusing on resident and team member experience where we embrace “Better Living” by creating communities where ALL residents, families and staff thrive.
Core Competencies
● Accountability/Dependability
● Adaptability/Flexibility
● Communication
● Continuous Learning
● Customer Service
● Decision Making
● Human Resource Management
● Integrity
● Leadership
● Negotiation
● Planning and Organizing
● Problem Solving
● Results Orientation/Initiative
● Teamwork
● Technical Credibility
● Accuracy/Attention to Detail
● Risk Management
Qualifications
● Completed post-secondary education in nursing as a registered practical nurse or registered nurse. Candidates must possess a current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario
● Possess the qualification requirements to certify with the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, ss. 79 and Ontario Regulation 246/22 (5)
● Completion of IPAC Canada endorsed course preferred. Must enroll post hire if not already completed
● Certification with CBIC-CIC or CBIC LTC-CIP (Long-Term Care Certification in Infection Prevention) is preferred. The successful incumbent will be required to successfully obtain, once eligibility criteria is met to certify
● Minimum of 2 years of relevant infection prevention and control related experience with a comprehensive understanding of IPAC practices and program service delivery
● Demonstrated skills in program planning, implementation, evaluation and ability to contribute to continuous quality improvement in relation to infection prevention and control
● 1 year of previous experience in long-term care or health care sector
● Knowledge of the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021 and its regulations is preferred
● Proficiency with PointClickCare (eHR) an asset
● Ability to conduct effective infection risk assessments, problem solving, and conflict resolution to respond to issues with tact, diplomacy and professionalism
● Must demonstrate an active interest in ongoing education
● Must be computer literate
● Must demonstrate strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
Hours
● Available 7 days a week
● Flexible hours
Main Duties and Responsibilities
● Oversee the delivery of infection prevention and control education to all staff, caregivers, volunteers, visitors, and residents.
● Lead the Immunization and screening program for residents and immunization program for staff.
● Ensure screening measures are in place for residents and staff as directed.
● Help coordinate the ordering, inventory management, distribution and appropriate and safe use of PPE for the home.
● Participate in the annual review and evaluation of the IPAC Program plan.
● Screen and track antibiotic resistant organisms upon admission and readmission to the homes.
● Monitor N95 fit testing for all staff and ensures access to fit testing, when required
● Oversee and track the IPAC training and education program for staff and volunteers
● Audit daily and monthly screening results to determine whether any immediate action is required.
● Provide training to staff on how to monitor for the presence of infection in residents and ensure surveillance is performed by staff on every shift to identify cases of healthcare acquired infections, device-associated infections and antibiotic-resistant organisms
● Ensure symptoms indicating the presence of infection in residents are monitored
● Ensure symptoms are recorded and immediate action is taken to reduce transmission and isolate residents and place them in cohorts as required.
● Perform daily surveillance activities by collecting, analyzing and communicating epidemiological data.
● Complete audits of infection prevention and control practices in the home and demonstration of staff competency in these practices (ex. Hand hygiene, PPE selection, PPE donning/doffing). Address gaps or violations in protocols as required.
● Advise on IPAC practices to manage any outbreaks to minimize risk(s) to residents and staff
● Engage with public health and stakeholders on the outbreak response, when relevant, including when an outbreak has been declared.
● Analyze audit data collected to determine trends and potential risks.
● Responsible for monthly, quarterly and annual reporting of infection control data and activities.
● Responsible to lead the completion of the Infection Control Program Evaluation annually.
● Support departmental managers with implementation of required practices such as cleaning and disinfecting, food safety monitoring and equipment.
● Collaborate with IPAC community resources (ie. IPAC hub), at least annually, IPAC policies and procedures and ensure they are complete, accurate and align with evidence and with best practice.
● Act as the primary contact for Public Health inspections at the home.
● Provide regular communication for the staff, residents and families in the event of an outbreak.
● Help provide outbreak management training for staff (disinfecting products, high touch surfaces, PPE protocols, isolation requirements, cohorting etc.).
● Communicate risks and treatments for all residents within the home when infection is identified.
● Engage residents, families, staff and volunteers to promote an infection control culture.
● Ensure prompt reporting of reportable disease to Public Health, Ministry of Labour, and the MLTC.
● Report immunization rates of staff and residents as required.
● Notify the Home’s leadership team of risks, declared outbreaks and appropriate mitigation measures and precautions required to respond to incidents of infection.
● Regularly engage with the Resident’s Council and Family Council to seek advice on IPAC measures and their impacts on residents and families/caregivers and to evaluate the IPAC program and quality activities.
● Conduct debrief sessions with the outbreak management team following the resolution of an outbreak to assess IPAC practices that were effective and ineffective in the management of the outbreak
● Accountable to develop leadership in others
● Must actively participate in ongoing educational opportunities
● Participate in recruitment, evaluation, discipline and termination of personnel
● Follow all roles and responsibilities for employees and employers as legislated under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
● Ensure compliance with the provisions of the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act
● Champion diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that create a psychologically safe environment for residents, staff and others
● Participate in the manager on call and weekend on call rotations
The duties and responsibilities outlined above are representative but not all-inclusive.
Special Demands
Behavioural:
● Participates as a team player and cooperates with other departments
● Must possess patience and tact dealing with resident's needs, families and dealing with multiple demands at one time
● Must be organized and able to set priorities
● Must have a genuine interest in the care of the elderly and vulnerable adults
Ethical:
● Practices in a professional manner
● Commits to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment
● Values diversity and respects the rights of individuals regardless of background, identity or experience
● Demonstrates honesty and integrity in all work dealings
● Maintains confidentiality
Working Conditions
Physical Effort:
● Constant standing and walking
● Frequent rounds and visits, assessing residents and staff needs
● Pushing, turning, stooping, bending, reaching and lifting
● Working with equipment, supplies and residents
● Finger/hand dexterity
● Using computer, equipment and aides
Sensory:
● Visual and hearing acuity
● Detecting changes in residents’ conditions
● Smell
● Detecting odours in environment
● Reading
● Reports, memos, charting, minutes, manuals
● Listening
● Verbal reports, instructions
● Resident communication, conferring with staff
● Concentration
● Constant interruptions
Mental Stress:
● Peacekeeping role
● With residents, families and interdisciplinary team members
● Unpredictability of events
● Crisis intervention
● Expectations
● Meeting daily workload within allotted time
● Consultation
● Resource person for physicians, staff, families
● Public relations
● Community, students, residents and families
Occupational Risks:
Exposure to chemicals, infections
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Maple Villa is an equal opportunity employer and will accommodate individuals with disabilities through each stage of the recruitment process. Should you require an accommodation, please let us know.
All aspects of the hiring process, from application review to final selection, are conducted by our hiring team without the use of AI.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Pay: From $80,403.34 per year
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you possess a current certificate of competence with the College of Nurses of Ontario?
- Do you possess the qualification requirements to certify with the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology as required under the Fixing Long Term Care Act, 2021, ss. 79 and Ontario Regulation 246/22 (5)?
- Do you hold certification with CBIC-CIC or CBIC LTC-CIP?
Experience:
- relevant infection prevention and control related : 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
