Infection Control/Employee Health Nurse

State of Oklahoma•Tulsa, OK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

TCBH is hiring for an Infection Control/Employee Health Nurse that would be responsible for preventing and controlling healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and promoting the health and safety of staff. This role oversees infection prevention programs, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and manages employee health services including screenings, vaccinations, exposures, and wellness initiatives.

Requirements

Possession of a valid permanent Oklahoma license as a registered nurse as approved by the Oklahoma Board of Nursing, or Registered Nurse License recognized by the Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact (eNLC)
Three years of professional nursing experience, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
A bachelor’s degree in nursing and two years of professional nursing experience, one year of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
A master’s degree and one year of professional nursing experience in a supervisory capacity.
Must be able to pass an OSBI background check.
Willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license.
Upon a conditional offer of employment, Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services applicants must submit to a physical examination and shall meet the physical examination requirements of occasionally lifting/carrying 50 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 25 pounds.
Knowledge of CDC, OSHA, Joint Commission, and CMS regulations.
Strong analytical, teaching, and documentation skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

Preventing and controlling healthcare-associated infections (HAIs)
Promoting the health and safety of staff
Overseeing infection prevention programs
Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
Managing employee health services including screenings, vaccinations, exposures, and wellness initiatives

Benefits

Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
11 paid holidays
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
Longevity Bonus for years of service
Student Loan repayment options
Training opportunities for CEU requirements