Certified Infection Control and Wound Nurse

Milton Nursing and Rehab Center•Milton, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Milton Nursing & Rehab is seeking a Certified Infection Control and Wound Nurse. Under the direction of the Director of Nursing, this nurse assumes delegated responsibility and accountability for providing resident care in accordance with professional nursing standards and applicable state and federal laws and regulations. The role implements nursing policies and procedures that reflect the facility’s mission and philosophy, and carries out assigned infection control and quality assurance functions. The nurse uses resources efficiently and economically to help residents achieve the highest practicable level of physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. The position is typically scheduled Monday through Friday on the day shift, with an on-call rotation. It is based at Milton Nursing & Rehab Center in Milton, Pennsylvania.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Active Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Active CPR certification.
Active Infection Control Certificate.
One year of professional nursing experience in a long-term care setting.
Knowledge of the MDS and care-planning process.
Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations applicable to nursing practice in long-term care.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal directions.
Adequate oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with staff, residents, visitors, and vendors.

Nice To Haves

Wound Certification.

Responsibilities

Provide resident care under the direction of the Director of Nursing and in accordance with professional nursing standards and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
Implement nursing policies and procedures that reflect the facility’s mission and philosophy.
Carry out assigned infection control and quality assurance functions.
Use resources efficiently and economically to support residents’ physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Direct and supervise nursing personnel to ensure proper resident care.
Protect and promote resident rights.