Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse

3 weeks ago

Virginia Beach VA United States Princess Anne Health & Rehabilitation Center Full time
Princess Anne Health & Rehabilitation Center -

Princess Anne Health & Rehabilitation Center a premier provider of post-acute care services in Virginia Beach, Virginia is searching for an Infection Preventionist.

 

The Infection Preventionist will coordinate, manage, and implement the Center’s infection prevention and control program. Under the leadership of the Director of Nursing and Administrator, the Infection Preventionist will work directly with all employees, patients, medical providers, and pharmacists to fully implement all aspects of the infection prevention and control program which is designed to comply with all aspects of CDC, CMS, OSHA and other federal and state guidelines for long-term care. The Infection Preventionist will provide training, supervision, and conduct compliance audits within the Center to validate the center’s adherence to the program. In addition, the Infection Preventionist will develop action plans to ensure regulatory compliance, patient, and employee safety. The Infection Preventionist will work collaboratively with center employees to promote employee contributions to infection prevention and control planning at the center and corporate levels. The Infection Preventionist will work closely with the Corporate Clinical Education Specialist in the development of policies, procedures, protocols, and training programs to improve infection prevention and control activities that promote patient care and safety.

 

Position Requirements:

  • Plans, implements, directs, and coordinates the healthcare center’s Infection Prevention and Control Program. 
  • Conducts compliance audits; provides supervision and training as necessary. 
  • Implements 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. 
  • Manage the healthcare center’s Tuberculosis program. 
  • Ensures applicable transmission-based precautions are initiated, implemented, and communicated with the interdisciplinary team. 
  • Conducts, attends, and participates in orientation, training, and in-service programs. 
  • Coordinates and manages vaccine programs for patients and employees. 
  • Plans, implements, directs, and coordinates the healthcare center’s Antibiotic Stewardship Program
  • Participates in and provides appropriate reporting to the Quality Assurance committee as it relates to the healthcare center’s Infection Prevention and Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
  • Attends corporate level education programs as indicated. 
  • Ensure compliance with company policies as well as all federal, state, and local regulations. 
  • Performs other duties as necessary for the successful operation of the healthcare center.  
  • One year of experience in Infection Preventionist or related role. 
  • Infection Control Practitioner Certification (CIC) preferred.
  • Active, unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment. 
  • Completion or willingness to complete specialized training in infection prevention and control. 
  • Thorough knowledge of standard methods and criteria for identifying health care associated infections using an approach that consists of surveillance, data collection, and trending for identification. 
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
  • Strong ability to make independent decisions and work without direct supervision. 
  • Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government personnel, and the public. 
  • Must be knowledgeable of computer systems and applications. 
  • Excellent customer service focus.

Benefits:

  • We offer a competitive rate of pay
  • Comprehensive benefits package for full time associates
  • Affordable health and dental insurance within 60-90 days of hire
  • Paid time off and Short Term Disability 
  • 401k with company match

  • Infection Preventionist- RN

    3 weeks ago

    Framingham, MA, United States BlueFire Consulting Full time

    Infection Preventionist RN - Registered NurseWe are looking for anInfection Preventionist RN - Registered Nurse.Infection Preventionist RN - Registered Nurse Qualifications:Current MA RN - Registered Nurse License.Prior experience as a supervisor/manager in a Skilled Nursing Facility required.Must have Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Traning Course- CDC...

  • Infection Preventionist- RN

    2 weeks ago

    Framingham, MA, United States FutureSense, An Alliant Company Full time

    Infection Preventionist RN - Registered NurseWe are looking for an Infection Preventionist RN - Registered Nurse. We are recruiting for our client in Framingham, MA. This is a long-term care environment.Infection Preventionist RN - Registered Nurse QualificationsCurrent MA RN - Registered Nurse License.Prior experience as a supervisor/manager in a Skilled...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 days ago

    Smyrna, DE, United States Pinnacle Rehab and Health Center Full time

    Pinnacle Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in beautiful Smyrna, DE is currently hiring for an full time experienced Registered Nurse Infection Control Coordinator and Quality Assurance Nurse.This position is Monday - Friday with a weekend on call rotation.Infection Control certification is preferred.Job Duties and Responsibilities:The RN Infection...

  • Infection Preventionist Nurse

    3 weeks ago

    Stamford, CT, United States Tandym Group Full time

    A healthcare network in Connecticut is actively seeking a new Infection Preventionist for a promising opportunity with their growing staff. In this role, the Infection Preventionist will be responsible for participating in the management of a facility-wide Infection Prevention and Control program for the surveillance, prevention and control of infection....

  • Nurse Practice Educator- Infection Preventionist

    2 days ago

    Dover, DE, United States Complete Care at Silver Lake LLC Full time

    Nurse Practice Educator- Infection Preventionist (Registered Nurse)Full TimeDay ShiftMonday - FridayLong Term Care Leadership Experience RequiredComplete Care at Silver Lake- Located in Dover, DE We approach every day with one goal: To improve the lives we touch through high-quality healthcare and extraordinary compassion.Why work for us?You will have the...

  • Registered Nurse

    1 month ago

    Denver, CO, United States Life Care Centers of America Full time

    Registered Nurse (RN) Infection PreventionistPart-Time, 20 Hour/Week. 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...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 days ago

    Denver, CO, United States Life Care Centers of America Full time

    Registered Nurse (RN) Infection PreventionistPart-Time, 20 Hour/Week. 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...

  • Infection Preventionist

    1 day ago

    Jenks, OK, United States Grace Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full time

    Now is your time to shine! As the world faces difficulty and uncertainty, you bring clarity and order. As an Infection Preventionist, you’ve trained to use data, systems, analysis and education to stave off and contain the most insidious infectious agents, including COVID-19. We have immediate openings for multiple Infection Preventionists to join our...

  • Registered Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Altamonte Springs, FL, United States Life Care Centers of America Full time

    Registered Nurse (RN) Infection PreventionistThe 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 HAI data. Presents...

  • Registered Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Aurora, CO, United States Life Care Centers of America Full time

    Registered Nurse (RN) Infection PreventionistPay Range $42.00-$45.00 per hour 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...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Denver, CO, United States Life Care Centers of America Full time

    Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist$6,000 Hire on Bonus Tuesday - Saturday , various shifts and duties. Position includes shared on-call responsibilities. 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...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 days ago

    Aurora, CO, United States Life Care Centers of America Full time

    Registered Nurse (RN) Infection PreventionistPay Range $42.00-$45.00 per hour 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...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 days ago

    Denver, CO, United States Life Care Centers of America Full time

    Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist$6,000 Hire on Bonus Tuesday - Saturday , various shifts and duties. Position includes shared on-call responsibilities. 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...

  • Infection Preventionist

    3 weeks ago

    Oklahoma City, OK, United States Kingwood Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full time

    Now is your time to shine! As the world faces difficulty and uncertainty, you bring clarity and order. As an Infection Preventionist, you’ve trained to use data, systems, analysis and education to stave off and contain the most insidious infectious agents, including COVID-19. We have immediate openings for multiple Infection Preventionists to join our...

  • Infection Preventionist

    5 days ago

    Oklahoma City, OK, United States Kingwood Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full time

    Now is your time to shine! As the world faces difficulty and uncertainty, you bring clarity and order. As an Infection Preventionist, you've trained to use data, systems, analysis and education to stave off and contain the most insidious infectious agents, including COVID-19. We have immediate openings for multiple Infection Preventionists to join our team....

  • Infection Preventionist

    2 days ago

    Oklahoma City, OK, United States Kingwood Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full time

    Now is your time to shine! As the world faces difficulty and uncertainty, you bring clarity and order. As an Infection Preventionist, you've trained to use data, systems, analysis and education to stave off and contain the most insidious infectious agents, including COVID-19. We have immediate openings for multiple Infection Preventionists to join our team....

  • Registered Nurse

    4 weeks ago

    Lynn, MA, United States Life Care Center of The North Shore Full time

    Live the Mission:Need certification? Complete your Infection Preventionist Certification training at Life Care Center of the North Shore!:Apply today for more information.: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...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 days ago

    Lynn, MA, United States Life Care Center of The North Shore Full time

    Live the Mission:Need certification? Complete your Infection Preventionist Certification training at Life Care Center of the North Shore!:Apply today for more information.: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...

  • Infection Preventionist RN

    3 weeks ago

    Yuma, AZ, United States Bluebird Staffing Full time

    The Infection Preventionist develops and maintains written policies and procedures related to infection prevention which comply with regulatory agencies for the Yuma Regional Medical Center and outpatient settings. Performs infection prevention surveillance activities at YRMC and assists the healthcare team regarding proper care of infected patients...

  • Infection Preventionist

    3 days ago

    Riverton, NJ, United States Riverview Estates Rehabilitation & Senior Living Full time

    Riverview Estates Rehabilitation & Senior Living is looking for an Infection Preventionist to join our incredible team!We're not just a workplace; we're a community driven by excellence. We take immense pride in what sets us apart - our exceptional leadership, a warm and friendly work environment, and a reputation that we've worked hard to earn. If you're...