Infection Control Nurse / Staff Development Coordinator

RN Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Nurse

Summary/Objective:

· Plans, controls, and executes the implementation of new hire orientation and ongoing training programs for all personnel to ensure the maintenance and continuity of a high standard of services throughout the facility

· The RN Registered Nurse Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Coordinator plans, develops, organizes, implements, and evaluates the infection control program

· Research current literature and technical reports to ensure that the facility’s infection control processes and procedures are maintained to appropriate standards

· Communicates compliance related issues to appropriate parties

· Monitors, through surveillance and inspection, as appropriate, to ensure that proper infection prevention procedures are being followed consistently and within quality standards

· The RN Registered Nurse Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Coordinator collaborates with and assists supervisors and professionals in training and educating all personnel as to the importance of required infection prevention procedures

· Prepares required reports for quarterly medical staff meetings

· The RN Registered Nurse Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Coordinator monitors all residents and staff infections

· Tracks and oversees reporting of any outbreaks within the facility

· Coordinates and tracks IV and antibiotic usage within resident population

· Consults on wound care and tracks wounds and skin issues of all types

· Provides direct nursing care as needed by the Nursing Services Department

Qualifications for the RN Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Nurse:

• Current state license as an RN
• IP Certification
• Nursing Home Experience
• Staff Development Experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Nurse management: 2 years (Required)
• Nursing home: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Certification in Infection Prevention & Control (Required)
• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person