Infection Prevention Control Training Specialist

Bridges • Norwalk, CT

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About The Position

Bridges by EPOCH at Norwalk is hiring a full-time Infection Prevention Control Training Specialist to join its Nursing leadership team and serve Bridges communities in Connecticut. The specialist trains team members in infection prevention and control using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention program, monitors infection control policies, provides quality control, and implements training as needed while following state infection control guidelines.

The position is listed as 40 hours per week. The schedule is 8 a.m.–4 p.m. four days per week, with a biweekly rotation of one 3 p.m.–11 p.m. or 11 p.m.–7 a.m. shift. Workdays are Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday. The listed pay range is $35.00–$38.00 per hour.

Requirements

• Must have a CDC Infection Control Prevention Certificate or be willing to obtain certification through the employer or another approved provider.
• Must have excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience working in an Assisted Living community.
• LPN license.

Responsibilities

• Train all team members on infection prevention and control using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention program.
• Monitor infection control policies within the community.
• Provide quality control and implement training as needed.
• Follow state guidelines on infection control.

Benefits

• Paid time off and sick time.
• Seven paid holidays and three floating personal holidays per calendar year.
• Medical and dental plans with Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Vision plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) auto-enrollment after 30 days with a discretionary company match.
• $50,000 life insurance policy.
• VOYA voluntary benefits.
• Critical illness and accident coverage.
• Wishbone pet insurance discount.
• Training and growth opportunities.
• Tuition/certification reimbursement with an annual amount of $500.
• English language classes.
• Free parking, if applicable.
• $1,500 Refer a Friend bonus incentive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed