Infection Preventionist RN

About the role

Creates a learning environment based on evidence-based practice using a variety of teaching strategies appropriate for the adult learner. Teaches clinical skills to RNs, CNAs, LPNs, and ancillary staff. Ability to build professional development plans for and with learners to develop their skills and assist in advancing their professional practice. Supports clinical leaders in the development of action plans and performance improvement plans (PIPs) to ensure best practices. Provides constructive, and thoughtful feedback to learners. Supports the development and implementation of clinical programs, initiatives, standards, and policies. Designs, assesses, and evaluates the effectiveness of educational programs and outcomes. Collaborates with community and clinical partners to support educational goals. Functions as a change agent and leader who advocates for nursing and nursing education and participates in interdisciplinary efforts to address health care and educational needs within the facility, community, and system. Serves as community Infection Preventionist.

Responsibilities

• Teaches clinical skills to RNs, CNAs, LPNs, and ancillary staff.
• Builds professional development plans for and with learners to develop their skills and assist in advancing their professional practice.
• Supports clinical leaders in developing action plans and performance improvement plans (PIPs).
• Provides constructive, and thoughtful feedback to learners.
• Serves as a change agent and leader advocating for nursing and nursing education.
• Collaborates with community and clinical partners to support educational goals.
• Serves as community Infection Preventionist.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience within the past 5 years in a long-term care or acute care setting, gerontology preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical teaching experience within the past 5 years.
• Registered Nurse; licensed in the State of Pennsylvania.
• BSN required; MSN preferred.
• Certification in Infection Prevention & Control.
• AnCC Certification in Gerontological Nursing and/or Nursing Education preferred.
• Completion of coursework in adult education preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of clinical nursing experience within the past 5 years in a long-term care or acute care setting, gerontology preferred. Minimum of 2 years of clinical teaching experience within the past 5 years.

Skills

• Ability to build professional development plans for and with learners to develop their skills and assist in advancing their professional practice.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K with match.
• PTO and paid holidays.

Pay

$118k - $124k, depending upon years of experience.

Schedule

Full-time.