Infection Preventionist RN

Job Details

Description

The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the facility infection prevention and control program (IPCP) which is designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment , and to help prevent development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.

Under limited supervision, the Infection Preventionist reports to the Director of Nursing (or Health Services Administrator) and partners with the Medical Director for Antimicrobial Stewardship, and other stakeholders to develop a system of care that promotes sound and scientific infection prevention principles and practices.

Full-time

Pay: $40.75-$52

Work Duties

• The primary duty of the IP is to plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct the infection prevention and control program and its activities in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern such programs. To coordinate and collaborate with the Administrator, Director of Nursing and the Infection Prevention and Control Committee to ensure that an effective infection prevention and control program is maintained at all times.
• Collaborate with Facility Leadership and the Medical Director to develop, implement and evaluate annual infection prevention goals and action
• Foster effective working relationships and consensus building.
• Partner with facility leaders, physicians, and local state and national agencies on activities related to infection prevention.
• Conduct outbreak investigations
  
  

Requirements

Education:

• Completion of Accredited Nursing Program (RN)
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, epidemiology, microbiology, medical technology, public health, or other healthcare science
• Specialty training in Infection Prevention and Control through accredited continuing education
  
  

Experience/Training

• Clinical observation and assessment skills
• Proficient computer skills necessary to complete documentation, review electronic health records and communicate with team members.
• Minimum of two years of nursing experience or one year as a nursing supervisor
• Skilled Nursing or Senior Care experience
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current RN license in Applicable State
• Current CPR certification
• Must meet currently or have completed national training requirements for Infection Prevention and Control
  
  

What's in it for you!

As the largest nonprofit owner/operator of senior living communities in California and one of the largest in the country, we are more than just a place to work. We are here to ensure that all we serve are provided with every opportunity to become their best selves as they define it, and this begins with YOU.

At HumanGood, we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself on top of an incredible package of benefits and perks for our part-time and full-time Team Members that can add up to 40% of your base pay.

Full-Time Team Members

• 20 days of paid time off, plus 7 company holidays (increases with years of service)
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer match and no waiting on funds to vest
• Health, Dental and Vision Plans- start the 1st of the month following your start date
• $25 per line Cell Phone Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 5 star employer-paid employee assistance program
• Find additional benefits here: www.HGcareers.org
  
  

Part-Time/Per Diem Team Members

• Medical benefits starts the 1st of the month following your start date
• Matching 401(k)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• $25 per line Cell Phone Plan