Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

Evaluation of Resident Care and Outcomes

The RN 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.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.

Requirements

• Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing).
• Licensed/registered in applicable State.
• Maintains an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation.
• Certified TB Nurse certification per State requirements.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.

Specialized Training

Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment. Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role is required. 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.

Job-Specific Requirements

• Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC.
• Works onsite at the physical facility.
• Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices.
• Performs work within the scope of his/her license.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.

Equal Opportunity Employer