Infection Control and Prevention/Employee Health RN

Kindred Healthcare•Denver, CO

2d•$39 - $49•Onsite

About The Position

The Infection Control and Prevention/Employee Health RN consults with physicians, managers, and staff on the management of infectious and immunosuppressed patients. The role implements an effective hospital-wide infection control program in accordance with CDC, JCAHO, and other regulatory agency requirements, and directs all functions of the Employee Health program. The RN develops, implements, and monitors infection control policies and procedures; operates surveillance for hospital-acquired and community infections; investigates outbreaks; analyzes infection-related reports and statistics; and recommends measures to prevent the spread of pathogens. The role also supports regulatory compliance, provides policy updates and education, participates in infection control committees, collaborates with public health departments, conducts audits, and serves as a resource to staff. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in nursing or a healthcare-related field, a current state RN license, BLS certification, and at least one year of clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing. A master’s degree in a clinical specialty, ICP or related certification, and infection control experience are preferred. Pay range: $39.00–$49.46 per hour.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a healthcare-related field; an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for education requirements.
Current state RN license.
BLS certification.
At least one year of clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and requirements.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information.
Good interpersonal skills when interacting with residents, families, and staff.
Ability to work under stress and respond quickly in emergency situations.
Good and regular attendance.
Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a clinical specialty.
ICP or related certification.
Infection control experience with basic knowledge of epidemiology, infections and diseases, sterilization, sanitation, and disinfection practices.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and continually monitor infection control policies and procedures for all departments.
Implement surveillance to detect and monitor hospital-acquired and community infections, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Provide physicians and staff with updates on infection control policy changes.
Investigate infection outbreaks or clusters.
Monitor, analyze, and interpret bacteriology reports and infection statistics, and recommend measures to prevent the spread of resistant microorganisms and pathogens.
Consult with physicians, managers, and staff on the management of infectious and immunosuppressed patients.
Participate in Infection Control Committees.
Collaborate with local and state health departments on the prevention, control, and appropriate reporting of communicable diseases.
Participate in ongoing employee infection control education, including TB, HIV/Hepatitis, and Universal Precautions; educate patients as necessary.
Serve as a resource for staff on infection control.
Conduct regular infection control audits and take appropriate follow-up action.
Direct all functions of the Employee Health program.
Perform other related duties as assigned.