Infection Control RN

Seeking an Infection Control RN - for our Viera Del Mar Health & Rehab Center!

Who We Are

The mission of Viera Del Mar Health & Rehab  is to personalize the wellness journey by providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation experiences that are designed around the needs of each individual. We are dedicated to promoting better quality of life and transform ordinary expectations into extraordinary outcomes.

OVERVIEW

The Infection Control RN is responsible for the facility’s activities aimed at preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) by ensuring that sources of infections are isolated to limit the spread of infectious organisms. The Infection Control RN systematically collects, analyzes, and interprets health data in order to plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate appropriate public health practices. The IP conducts educational and training activities for healthcare workers through instruction and dissemination of information on healthcare practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Making recommendations regarding the prevention and control of infection in collaboration with the Medical Director / Infections Disease physician on a 24-hour basis

Providing advice for all staff members (all departments) regarding the management of infectious patients / residents and other infection prevention issues

Coordinating the annual infection control risk assessment in conjunction with the Director of Nursing and the Infection Prevention Committee (IPC)

Developing and implementing the annual infection prevention plan in conjunction with the IPC

Evaluating the annual plan for goal achievement in conjunction with the IPC

Conducting surveillance of infections-proper signage, wearing of PPE’s, hand hygiene practices, point-of-care equipment cleaning etc.

Ensuring the completion of audits regarding the implementation of and compliance with selected policies

Participating in the Water Management Team and educating staff on Legionnaires Disease

Providing education and training for all staff members and independent practitioners regarding the prevention and control of HAIs

Liaise with the Director of Nursing regarding relevant staff member health issues.

Liaise with clinical teams regarding the development of standards, audits, and evidence base research on infection control and prevention.

Presenting / providing the infection prevention quarterly and annual report to the IPC, Director of Nursing, Administrator, and the corporate clinical team.

Providing infection control / prevention, surveillance, process outcomes report to the corporate clinical team and facility leadership as required

Cooperating with the County, State and Federal department of health regarding infectious and communicable disease reporting

Lead clinician in the facility’s annual influenza program

Completing and submitting influenza statistics for the facility to the New York State Department of Health

Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process.

QUALIFICATIONS : EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in an applied clinical science (Nursing, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Public Health)

Five years of relevant clinical experience for non-nurse applicants; Registered Nurses should have a broad level of experience including critical care, emergency medicine, and medical / surgical nursing.

Master’s degree in nursing, epidemiology, public health, or related field is helpful.

Current professional licensure in the state in which working.

Successful completion of CDC’s Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training

Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is helpful.

Previous experience in surveillance, teaching, curriculum development, and instruction is desired.

Why Join Us

DAILY PAY OPTION!

Competitive Compensation.

Great Benefits Package.

Engaging Work Atmosphere.

Innovative Training Programs.

Excellent Growth Opportunities.

And So Much More!

We offer a great benefits package, paid time off, competitive compensation, engaging work atmosphere, innovative training programs, excellent growth opportunities, caring culture, and environment, and so much more!

Join us if you're passionate about recruiting and dedicated to making a positive impact in the skilled nursing industry, we invite you to apply for the role of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and join us in our mission to provide exceptional care through exceptional talent.