INFECTION CONTROL NURSE (RN)

Integritus Healthcare•Dennis, MA

6d•$45 - $50

About The Position

The Clinical Coordinator performs the duties of the Infection Preventionist and Wound Care Nurse. The Infection Control Nurse/ Infection Preventionist uses a systematic approach to monitor the effectiveness of infection prevention and control strategies consistent with organizational goals and objectives. This includes applying epidemiologic principles and statistical methods, including risk stratification and benchmarking, to identify target populations, determine risk factors, implement prevention and control strategies according to professional practice standards, analyze trends, and evaluate processes. The Wound Care Nurse provides direct patient care, assesses wounds, selects treatment modalities, and collaborates with physicians. The nurse develops, implements, and updates individualized, evidence-based care plans; evaluates wound size, depth, and condition; performs dressing changes, wound cleaning, and debridement; and manages, applies, and monitors advanced treatments such as negative pressure wound therapy (VAC). The nurse also teaches patients and caregivers how to clean and dress wounds at home to prevent complications and promote healing. This is a Monday–Friday nurse leadership position at Bourne Manor, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation care provider. The posting advertises a $10,000 sign-on bonus and describes a supportive work environment, generous time off, health insurance, career growth opportunities, and compensation and benefits.

Responsibilities

Monitor the effectiveness of infection prevention and control strategies in alignment with organizational goals and objectives.
Apply epidemiologic principles and statistical methods, including risk stratification and benchmarking, to identify target populations and determine risk factors.
Implement infection prevention and control strategies according to professional practice standards.
Analyze trends and evaluate infection prevention and control processes.
Provide direct patient care and assess wounds.
Select wound treatment modalities and collaborate with physicians.
Develop, implement, and update individualized, evidence-based care plans.
Evaluate wound size, depth, and condition.
Perform dressing changes, wound cleaning, and debridement.
Manage, apply, and monitor advanced treatments such as negative pressure wound therapy (VAC).
Teach patients and caregivers how to clean and dress wounds at home to prevent complications and promote healing.