Infection Control Registered Nurse

2 weeks ago


Blair Twp, United States State of Pennsylvania Full time
Salary: $86, $107,345.00 Annually

Location: Blair County, PA

Job Type: Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Department: Department of Military & Veterans Affairs

Division: MV Nursing Hollidaysburg

THE POSITION

The Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is looking for a dedicated and compassionate individual who is committed to providing exceptional care to our residents. The Hollidaysburg Veterans Home is dedicated to offering superior services to veterans and their spouses, and we invite you to be part of our team. If you are a motivated and skilled Infection Control Registered Nurse focused on delivering outstanding resident care, this opportunity is tailored for you.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As an Infection Control Registered Nurse, your primary responsibility will be overseeing the Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP). This program is essential for ensuring a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment while preventing the spread of communicable diseases and infections. You will be tasked with developing, implementing, and assessing systems for the prevention, identification, reporting, investigation, and management of infections and communicable diseases, adhering to the facility's assessment and national standards for all residents, staff, volunteers, and service providers.

This role presents a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our care facility and guarantee that Pennsylvania's veterans receive the highest quality of care.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:
  • Full-time employment, 40 hours per week.
  • Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with rotating days including weekends and holidays, and a 30-minute lunch break.
  • Salary: Starting salary may be non-negotiable in certain cases.
  • Further communication regarding this position will be sent via email, so please check your inbox regularly.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  • Two years of professional nursing experience in a healthcare setting.
Special Requirements:
  • Possession of an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Certificate of Mastery from the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration in Long Term Care (NADONALTC), an active Certified in Infection Control (CIC) certification from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC), or an active Long-Term Care Certification in Infection Prevention (LTC-CIP) certification from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC).
  • Active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania is required.
  • All employees with a temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within one year as mandated by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Other Requirements:
  • PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
  • Ability to perform essential job functions is necessary.
Legal Requirements:
  • A conditional offer of employment will necessitate a medical examination.
  • This position is subject to the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act, requiring satisfactory criminal history reports, including PA State Police and FBI clearance.
How to Apply:
  • Applications must be submitted by the closing date. Late applications will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with application requirements may result in disqualification from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
  • Pennsylvania law provides employment preference for qualified veterans for many state and local government jobs.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
  • 711 (for individuals with hearing and speech disabilities).

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse workforce. We value inclusion and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.



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