Regional Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Consultant

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor facility infection prevention & control plans (IPCP) per CMS F-tag F880.
• Conduct weekly/daily infection surveillance (e.g., COVID-19, UTI, MDROs, respiratory outbreaks) and report to public health as required.
• Lead outbreak management: isolation guidance, cohorting, PPE supply chain, and rapid testing protocols.
• Perform environmental rounds, hand hygiene audits, and antibiotic stewardship activities.
• Chair the Infection Prevention & Control Committee (IPCC) at each facility.
• Oversee new hire orientation and annual mandatory in-services (e.g., abuse prevention, dementia care, emergency preparedness).
• Track clinical competencies: BLS/CPR, infection control certification (CIC prep), bloodborne pathogens, and OSHA safety.
• Coordinate with nursing leadership to address skill gaps via hands-on teaching, simulation, or e-learning modules.
• Maintain employee health records (immunizations, TB testing, fit testing for N95s).
• Ensure 100% compliance with state-mandated continuing education hours for licensed staff.
• Travel between assigned facilities weekly to audit, train, and consult.
• Prepare each building for state/federal surveys (DOH, CMS) – correct infection control deficiencies in real time.
• Analyze HAI data (NHSN reporting) and present quarterly trends to regional leadership.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (RN required; BSN preferred).
• Licensure: Active and unencumbered RN license in [State Name].
• Certifications: Must obtain CIC (Certification in Infection Control) within 12–18 months of hire. CPR Instructor certification strongly preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in long-term care / skilled nursing. Previous combined IP/SDC experience or strong clinical education background required. Regional/multi-facility experience a plus.
• Travel: Reliable vehicle required; mileage reimbursed.

Key Competencies

• Deep knowledge of CMS infection control regulations (F880–F886) and OSHA bloodborne pathogen standard.
• Ability to pivot between regulatory rigor and frontline teaching.
• Proficiency with NHSN surveillance, electronic medical records, and learning management systems (LMS).
• Calm under outbreak conditions; strong crisis communication skills.