Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Infection Preventionist

Evaluation of Quality Care

The LPN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Responsibilities

• Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data.
• Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions.
• Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDC recommendations.
• Holds responsibility for the development and accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
• Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices.
• Performs work within the scope of his/her license.
• Works onsite at the physical facility.
• May not be an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate location such as a corporate office or affiliated short term acute care facility.

Requirements

• Attended an accredited LPN program.
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State.
• Maintains an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation.
• CPR certification must remain current during employment.
• Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role.
• If a facility's resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additional training for the change in the facility’s scope of care.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
• Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse).

Specialized Training

Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role.

Job-Specific Duties

• Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC.
• Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices.
• Performs work within the scope of his/her license.
• Works onsite at the physical facility.
• May not be an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate location such as a corporate office or affiliated short term acute care facility.
• Holds responsibility for the development and accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Understands and follows company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.