Infection Prevention Control Training Specialist
About The Position
Bridges by EPOCH at Norwalk is hiring a full-time Infection Prevention Control Training Specialist to join its Nursing leadership team. The role supports Bridges communities in Connecticut and is responsible for training team members in infection prevention and control using the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention program. The Specialist monitors infection control policies, provides quality control, implements training as needed, and follows state infection control guidelines. The position is listed as 40 hours per week. The schedule includes 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 employer describes its senior living communities as close-knit and focused on providing residents with attentive care, personalized support, and opportunities to remain active and engaged.
Requirements
- Must have a CDC Infection Control Prevention Certificate or be willing to obtain certification through the employer or another approved infection control certification.
- Must have excellent communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Some experience working in an Assisted Living community is preferred.
- LPN license is preferred.
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
- Competitive pay and a benefits package for full-time team members, beginning on the first of the month following the date of hire.
- 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 critical illness and accident benefits.
- Wishbone pet insurance discount.
- Training and growth opportunities.
- Tuition/certification reimbursement up to an annual amount of $500; English language classes are applicable.
- Free parking.
- $1,500 refer-a-friend bonus incentive.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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