Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

Evaluates Quality of Resident Care

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.

Collects, Prepares, and Analyzes Data

• Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data.
• Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions.

Maintains Compliance and Educates Staff

• Makes sure associates comply with infection control standards using barriers and measures.
• Prepares and presents education for the staff, residents, and families.
• Serves as a resource to all departments and personnel.

Specialized Training and Responsibilities

• Requires specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education.
• May need additional training if the facility's resident population changes.
• Responsible for developing and maintaining the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
• Maintains current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices.
• Develops and implements programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.

Job-Specific Requirements

• Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDC recommendations.
• Works onsite at the physical facility.
• 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.
• May make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Qualifications and Certifications

• 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.
• Certified TB Nurse certifications or training per State requirements.