Infection Control Nurse - RN

Mercy Medical Center - Baltimore, MD • Timonium, MD

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About The Position

Stella Maris, located in Timonium Maryland, is looking for an experienced Infection Control Nurse (RN) to support their skilled rehab and long term care units. This role will provide a comprehensive infection prevention program. This is an exciting opportunity to work with our excellent clinical team to ensure quality care and infection control.

Requirements

• RN License in Maryland
• Bachelor's degree
• BSN preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years experience

Responsibilities

• Manage the infection control program for the facility.
• Establish, implement and review an effective infection control program that meets all government and industry regulations.
• Responsible for surveillance of nosocomial infections in the facility for both residents and employees, including data collection and monthly reporting, and monitoring compliance with infection control policies.
• Monitor, track, investigate and analyze cause and spread of infections during an outbreak and communicate with all departments, Health Dept. and SVP, Clinical Operations. Initiate control measures and corrective action. Ensure that all reportable diseases are reported according to Health department specifications.
• Maintain a complete and current manual of infection control policies and procedures, assuring regular review and updates, per COMAR 10.06.01.
• Chair the Infection Control committee; report quarterly to the QI committee and actively participate in quality improvement programs.
• Obtain information concerning the communicable disease status of any resident being admitted to the facility.
• Monitor and investigate infectious diseases, potentially harmful infectious exposures and outbreaks of infections among personnel and implement preventive measures.
• Educate and encourage employees to use good personal hygiene and infection control practices. Responsible for tuberculosis testing program, influenza and HBV vaccination programs for staff, residents and volunteers, including maintenance of accurate records.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO) & company paid holidays
• Referral bonus opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• 403(B) retirement plan with generous company match and 'Catch Up' provision
• Stella Awards - Stella's Rewards & Recognition Program rewards employees for going above and beyond in living Stella's Mission and Values
• Competitive health, prescription, vision and dental benefits
• Discounts on auto & home insurance and Verizon plans
• Pet Wellness coverage, legal assistance and identity protection
• Mental Health resources and other employee related wellness opportunities through our Employee Assistance Program
• Perks at Work - savings on favorite brands, travel, tickets, dining and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree