Infection Preventionist RN

Maggie Valley Health & Rehabilitation Center in Maggie Valley, NC is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team in the role of Infection Preventionist.

The Infection Preventionist works directly with all employees, patients, and providers to fully implement all aspects of the healthcare center’s Infection Prevention and Control Program. This program aligns with the Center for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), and other federal and state guidelines for skilled nursing and long-term care providers.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $81,120 to $86,320 per year commensurate with experience
• $10,000 RETENTION BONUS
• Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees
• Career Growth Opportunities

What You'll Do

• Plan, implement, direct, and coordinate the healthcare center’s Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Conduct compliance audits; provide supervision and training as necessary.
• Implement action plans to resolve areas of deficient practice.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly infection control rounds and accurately record findings.
• Collect and analyze infection surveillance information for patients and employees.
• Ensure transmission-based precautions are initiated, implemented, and communicated effectively with the interdisciplinary team.
• Coordinate and manage vaccine programs for patients and employees.
• Conduct, attend, and participate in orientation, training, and in-service programs.
• Perform other duties as required to provide exceptional care to each resident.

What You Need

• Active unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in North Carolina preferred.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) may be considered based on experience.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities with strong focus on teamwork and collaboration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• This is a salaried/exempt position.

If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!