Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

• Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)

• Licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.

• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

• Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role. If a facility's resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additional training for the change in the facility’s scope of care.

• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred

• Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse)

Specific Job

Requirements

• Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC

• Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDC recommendations

• Works onsite at the physical facility. May not be an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate location such as a corporate office or affiliated short term acute care facility

• Holds responsibility for the development and accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program

• Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices

• Performs work within the scope of his/her license

• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

• Knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility

• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Infection Prevention and Control Program

• Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas

• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

An Equal Opportunity Employer