Infection Prevention Control Officer RN
About The Position
The Infection Prevention Control Officer administers the Infection Prevention and Control Program at a long-term care and short-term rehabilitation/sub-acute care nursing center. The role identifies, investigates, reports, prevents, and controls the spread of acquired infections among residents, staff, and guests. The officer manages the center’s COVID and flu testing schedules as needed, educates staff on CDC updates and the proper use of PPD, and serves as the center’s knowledge specialist on CDC, Joint Commission, and Occupational Health standards, as well as federal and state infection prevention and control regulations applicable to skilled nursing facilities. The organization describes a supportive, collaborative workplace with a leadership team focused on employee development and staff satisfaction. Full-time team members are offered benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, a 401(k), employee discount programs, and employee assistance programs. Candidates may meet with the Director of Nursing and HR and tour the facility.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in nursing (ASN).
- RN licensure in the state of practice.
- At least one year of nursing experience.
- Completion of Infection Prevention training/IPCO Certification within five days of employment.
- Experience in Infection Prevention and Control with knowledge of patient care practices.
Nice To Haves
- Long-term care or sub-acute care nursing experience.
Responsibilities
- Administer the Infection Prevention and Control Program in a long-term care and short-term rehabilitation/sub-acute care nursing center.
- Identify, investigate, report, prevent, and control the spread of acquired infections among residents, staff, and guests.
- Manage and administer the center’s COVID and flu testing schedules as needed.
- Educate staff on CDC updates and proper use of PPD.
- Serve as the center’s knowledge specialist in CDC, Joint Commission, and Occupational Health standards, and federal and state regulations related to infection prevention and control in skilled nursing facilities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Employee discount programs
- Employee assistance programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
