Infection Preventionist RN

About the role

This position is a dual role that covers Infection Prevention and Staff Development.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the facility's infection prevention and control program consistent with facility policies, state and federal requirements, and CDC guidelines.
• Conduct surveillance for healthcare-associated infections, tracking trends, and analyzing data for QAPI reporting.
• Investigate outbreaks or clusters of infections and initiate appropriate control measures for residents and staff.
• Ensure timely reporting of communicable diseases to public health authorities per federal and state regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with nursing, medical staff, environmental services, dietary and therapy to ensure infection prevention practices are consistently followed.
• Monitor proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, cleaning/disinfection, and isolation practices through regular audits and rounds.
• Deliver ongoing infection control education and competency training for all staff.
• Assist with ongoing education for residents, visitors, and vendors.
• Oversee employee health screening, immunization programs and exposure control (including bloodborne pathogens and tuberculosis testing).
• Serve as chair or co-chair of the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Committee.
• Oversee the facility's Antibiotic Stewardship program, communicating and collaborating with medical providers.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Maintain current knowledge of best practices, CDC/CMS guidance, and state regulations related to infection control.
• Collaborate in emergency preparedness planning related to infectious disease outbreaks (e.g., influenza, COVID-19).

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse with required state licensure.
• Certification in infection prevention.
• Current CPR certification or CPR certification within 90 days of employment.

Experience

• At least two years' experience working in infection control preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401K with matching funds
• Life Insurance
• Employee discounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Reimbursement