Education Coordinator/Infection Preventionist IP-RN
About The Position
The Education Coordinator/Infection Preventionist (IP) is a Registered Nurse (RN) who is responsible for providing new hire orientation for the nursing department as well as annual in-service educational programs, including the completion of the Relias mandatory orientation and monthly assignments. This person will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and implementing in-service programs as needed regarding the satisfactory performance of clinical skills and other education content areas. Evaluates educational needs of employees through rounding to ensure on-going adherence to standards of practice. The Education/IP Coordinator will work directly with employees, patients, medical providers, visitors, and pharmacists to implement and coordinate the Center’s Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP). The IPCP is designed to comply with infection prevention and control standards of practice as defined by CMS, CDC, OSHA, and other federal and state guidelines pertaining to long-term care facilities.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing and currently licensed, in good standing, as an RN with the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
- Must have completed specialized training in infection prevention and control prior to assuming responsibility for the center’s infection prevention and control program. Proof of specialized training is required.
- Exceptional clinical and customer service skills.
- Proficient in clinical skills including IV therapy.
- Sound knowledge of adult learning.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens laws, and licensure regulations related to long-term care.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and self-motivate.
- Proficiency in Excel.
Responsibilities
- Providing new hire orientation for the nursing department
- Providing annual in-service educational programs, including the completion of the Relias mandatory orientation and monthly assignments
- Identifying, assessing, and implementing in-service programs as needed regarding the satisfactory performance of clinical skills and other education content areas
- Evaluating educational needs of employees through rounding to ensure on-going adherence to standards of practice
- Implementing and coordinating the Center’s Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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