Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

About the role

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

• Evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI).
• Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data.
• Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions.
• Makes independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Serves as a resource to all departments and personnel.
• 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.
• Performs work onsite at the physical facility.
• 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.

Requirements

• Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
• Licensed/registered in applicable State.
• Maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) 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).