Occupational Health & Infection Prevention & Control Registered Nurse (Part-time Interim, 0.60 FTE)

Kenora, ON

Description

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented OHS/IPC RN to join our Occupational Health and Wellness team. This combination role supports both Occupational Health & Safety and Infection Prevention & Control initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in employee immunizations, new hire onboarding clinics, infection control surveillance, and assisting with  managing modified work programs for staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Occupational Health & Safety (OHS):

• Conduct and manage employee immunization programs, including record-keeping and follow-ups.
• Coordinate and run new hire health clinics, including TB testing, immunization review, and health assessments.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and monitoring of modified work programs in collaboration with HR and department managers.
• Support case management and return-to-work planning for staff following illness or injury.

Infection Prevention & Control (IPC):

• Conduct routine infection control surveillance and assist in outbreak investigations.
• Participate in education and training of staff on infection prevention protocols.
• Collaborate in the development and review of IPC policies, procedures, and audit tools.
• Act as a resource to staff and management on IPC best practices and standards.

Why Work with LWDH? In this position, there are many benefits to joining our team:

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan enrolment, one of Canada’s largest defined benefit pension plans that includes inflation protections, survivor benefits, buyback options, and early retirement
• Pay in lieu of vacation and benefits provided
• A third party partnered, self-directed and initiated benefits package through Health Care Providers (HCP) Group Insurance is provided that includes customizable health and dental plans, life insurance, long-term disability benefits (LTD), and accidental death, disease and dismemberment (ADD&D) based on package eligibility
• Access to staff physiotherapy, onsite gym, Employee Assistance Program, staff wellness initiatives, and much more!

Qualifications

• Regulated Health Professional (e.g., RN) in good standing with College of Nurses (CNO)
• Certification or training in Infection Prevention & Control an asset
• Experience in Occupational Health or Employee Health preferred
• Knowledge of immunization schedules, communicable disease reporting, and infection control standards
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems
• Reliable attendance record

• Preferred Experience:
• Previous experience running staff immunization programs
• Familiarity with WSIB, modified work/accommodation processes
• Experience in conducting infection control audits or surveillance
• Experience with new hire onboarding from a health perspective

We thank all applicants for their interest but advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Qualified applicants may be considered for other comparable positions or within the same classification other than this posted position.

Please prepare your application in accordance with the qualifications posted in the job advertisement. LWDH is a proud and active partner in the All Nations Health Partners Ontario Health Team, working collaboratively towards the development of a seamless, patient-centre healthcare system. Applications will be screened based on the posted qualifications.

LWDH is committed to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion and belongingness in our operations, throughout our workplace, and seeks to employ individuals who are committed to and value these principles.

We believe in and promote the rights of all persons with disabilities as outlined in the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA 2005) and its related Accessibility Standards Regulations. To meet this responsibility, LWDH will make appropriate accommodations, including alternative formats available. Please inform Human Resources of any accommodation(s) at any point throughout the recruitment and selection process to ensure your equal participation.

LWDH values the importance of creating a workplace that reflects the population it serves and promotes the representation of the Employment Equity groups as outlined by the Employment Equity Act (1993). Applicants are encouraged to self-declare at the time of application. For more information, to request an accommodation, or to report a frequently publicly posted advertised job posting, please contact the Human Resources Department at 807-468-9861 ext. 2393.