Infection Preventionist

Infection Preventionist (LPN OR RN)

$5000 SIGN ON BONUS

MUST HAVE IP CERTIFICATION OR WILLING TO OBTAIN WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE

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Evergreen Healthcare stands as an excellent choice for those seeking a fulfilling career. Comprising a network of 11 skilled nursing and post-acute care centers across California and Washington, we take pride in bringing smiles to our residents and offering their families peace of mind. At Evergreen Healthcare, we are here to make a meaningful difference.

Job Summary
Heartwood Extended Care in Tacoma is seeking an Infection Preventionist (LPN or RN) to join our clinical team and provide our residents with an exceptional care experience. The Infection Preventionist Nurse reports to the Director of Nursing and partners with the Medical Director to develop a system of care that promotes sound and scientific infection prevention principles and practices.

Essential Position Duties:
Partners with the Medical Director develop, implement and evaluate annual infection prevention goals and action plan
Oversees the operations of the infection prevention, epidemiology and relevant safety programs
Accountable for surveillance of healthcare acquired and community acquired infections
Leads facility hygiene program to anticipate, recognize, evaluate, mitigate and control workplace conditions related to infection control and prevention
Participates in the national collaboratives and external reporting to CDC NHSN system, and other post-acute care specific quality organizations
Authority and responsibility for ensuring appropriate intervention and education occurs with staff, volunteers and medical staff when healthcare infection trends, outbreaks or non-compliance to infection control/OSHA are identified
Maintains current knowledge of federal, state and local regulations and ensures that the facility leaders are informed of appropriate issues. Understands and complies with infection control, safety and OSHA procedures

Education, Licensure, & Experience Requirements:
Must possess a current LPN or RN license. License must be in good standings.
Must have a minimum 1 year of experience as a supervisor in a healthcare setting.
Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
Benefit Highlights:
Competitive Wages
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Heartwood Extended Care
1649 72nd St E
Tacoma, WA 98404

Evergreen Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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