Infection Prevention - Control Coordinator, RN
About The Position
Community Care is hiring a part-time Infection Prevention - Control Coordinator, RN, for a hybrid role based out of its Brookfield/Bishops Woods office. The position supports the organization’s mission of helping older adults and adults with physical and intellectual disabilities live as independently as possible in the community. Under the supervision of the Director of Clinical Services, the coordinator develops, coordinates, and monitors health promotion and infection control programs for employees and program members, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations. The role also leads and participates in clinical quality improvement activities. Regular local travel is required using a personal vehicle.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing.
- Wisconsin Registered Nurse license.
- CPR and AED certification.
- Wisconsin driver’s license.
- At least 2 years of clinical nursing experience.
- Regular local travel requires use of a personal vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and proof of required insurance coverage.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- Infection control certification.
- One year of experience in infection control.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and monitor infection control programs; assist with employee health programs, policies, and procedures.
- Stay informed about trends, practices, and regulations related to health promotion and communicable disease prevention and management through research, continuing education, and applicable external associations.
- Monitor clinical operations’ compliance with employee and member TB screening policies and oversee tracking of member screening.
- Oversee disease outbreak investigation, management, and reporting; serve as a liaison with Local/State Public Health Department.
- Plan and coordinate the annual influenza vaccine program for employees and members.
- Serve as an educational health, wellness, and infection control resource for employees.
- Collaborate with Learning and Organization Development staff to develop, provide, or coordinate employee training, in-services, and continuing education.
- Coordinate, monitor, report on, and ensure compliance with employee health and infection control requirements.
- Review nursing policies and procedures and assist with developing new clinical policies and forms.
- Use data to identify trends and implement strategies to improve clinical and operational outcomes.
- Monitor, audit, and report on nursing, clinic support, and personal care service delivery and practices; work with nursing leadership to resolve quality improvement issues.
- Develop, organize, and/or assist with continuing education for Nursing and Nursing Support functions.
- Travel locally as needed, using a personal vehicle.
Benefits
- Generous paid time off.
- Competitive pay and benefits, including health, dental, and vision.
- Retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Flexible benefits plan.
- Employee referral program.
- Co-Workers Care Program.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Attractive full- and part-time schedules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
