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Infection Control Nurse

2 months ago

Waterbury, Connecticut, United States StayWell Health Care Full time
Join Our Team at StayWell Health Care

*StayWell Health Care* is seeking a dedicated and compassionate *Infection Control Nurse* to enhance our community health initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and decision-making abilities.


As a newly appointed Infection Control Nurse, you will be eligible for a *$750 recruitment incentive* after successfully completing your training and credentialing, provided you maintain good standing for six consecutive months.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and conduct staff education, training, and competency evaluations
  • Oversee nursing competency assessments, including Point of Care testing and vital signs evaluation
  • Organize and execute training sessions related to clinical documentation and policies
  • Lead monthly meetings focused on Infection Control topics
  • Ensure adherence to infection control protocols, including sterilization processes
  • Collaborate clinically to mitigate infection control risks
  • Manage follow-ups for communicable disease exposures
  • Formulate, implement, and assess infection prevention and control strategies
  • Guarantee staff compliance with Fitness for Duty requirements
  • Ensure adherence to CPR training standards
  • Conduct FIT testing
  • Advocate for employee rights regarding access to health and safety measures
Qualifications:
  • Graduation from an accredited nursing program
  • Valid and unrestricted RN license from the Connecticut Department of Public Health
  • Current CPR Certification
  • Reliable transportation for travel between sites and offsite training
Benefits Include:
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive medical coverage fully paid by the employer
  • Employer-funded life insurance coverage
  • Paid holidays and generous PTO
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Optional supplemental insurance coverage

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: Starting at $40.00 per hour

Expected Work Hours: 40 hours per week

Additional Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid time off

Work Environment:
  • Outpatient setting

Education Requirement:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience Requirement:
  • Minimum of 1 year nursing experience preferred

Licensure/Certification:
  • CPR/BLS certification required
  • Unrestricted RN license required