Infection Control Nurse /ADON

Veritas Skilled Nursing Management•Lone Tree, CO

8d•$90,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Center at Lincoln is hiring a dual-role Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) / Infection Control Nurse for its all-rehab skilled nursing facility in Parker, Colorado. This is a high-volume, fast-paced leadership position for a licensed professional with a strong clinical background in nursing management and infection prevention. The position assists the Director of Nursing Services (DON) in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Department. It also develops, implements, and maintains the facility-wide Infection Prevention and Control Program. The role ensures quality care and clinical compliance in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Requirements

Hold an active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment.
Have a strong clinical background in nursing management and infection prevention.
Thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment and excel at multitasking.

Responsibilities

Assist the DON in overseeing daily nursing-unit operations and ensuring efficient, effective functioning and regulatory compliance.
Monitor and evaluate nursing staff performance, and provide feedback, coaching, and professional development as needed.
Maintain, audit, and evaluate infection control programs for patients and employees, and serve as the primary resource on infection prevention guidelines.
Perform regular clinical audits, oversee customer service initiatives, and implement data-driven strategies to improve unit performance, productivity, and patient satisfaction.
Collaborate with the Administrator, Medical Director, and DON on strategies to maximize quality of care.
Participate in the facility’s nurse management on-call rotation.