Infection Control Nurse - RN

Full Time Position - 80hrs biweekly

Check out some of our benefits offered

Paid time off (PTO) & company paid holidays! Referral bonus opportunities! Tuition reimbursement 403(B) retirement plan with generous company match and “Catch Up” provision Stella Awards – Stella’s Rewards & Recognition Program rewards employees for going above and beyond in living Stella’s Mission and Values Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans Pet Wellness coverage, legal assistance and identity protection Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program Perks at Work - savings on favorite brands, travel, tickets, dining and more!

Responsibilities

To manage the infection control program for the facility.

Establishes, implements and reviews an effective infection control program for the facility that meets all government and industry regulations. Responsible for surveillance of nosocomial infections in the facility for both residents and employees, to include data collection and monthly reporting, and monitoring of compliance with infection control policies. Monitors, tracks, investigates and analyzes cause and spread of infections during an outbreak and communicates with all departments, Health Dept. and SVP, Clinical Operations.

Initiates control measures and corrective action. Assures that all reportable diseases are reported according to Health department specifications. Maintains a complete and current manual of infection control policies and procedures, assuring regular review and updates, per COMAR 10.06.01. Chairs the Infection Control committee; reports quarterly to the QI committee and actively participates in quality improvement programs.

Obtains information concerning the communicable disease status of any resident being admitted to the facility. Monitors and investigates infectious diseases, potentially harmful infectious exposures and outbreaks of infections among personnel and implements preventive measures. Educates and encourages employees to use good personal hygiene and infection control practices.

Responsible for tuberculosis testing program, influenza and HBV vaccination programs for staff, residents and volunteers, to include maintenance of accurate records.

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Qualifications

Job

Requirements

RN License in Maryland

ICP (Infection Control Preventionist) Certification is required. CBIC (Certified Board Infection Control) Certification is preferred

BSN preferred Minimum of five (5) years experience Min: USD $38.05/Hr. Max: USD $57.05/Hr.