Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN)

Avardis Health•Union, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) to lead our infection control efforts. We are committed to providing high-quality care while ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and staff. If you are passionate about preventing the spread of infections, educating staff, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols, we encourage you to apply! Join our team as an Infection Preventionist.

Requirements

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Diploma with an associated RN license from an accredited college or university.
Certificate/diploma or degree in nursing, or Bachelor's degree (or higher) in microbiology or epidemiology; or Associate's degree (or higher) in medical technology or clinical laboratory science; or completion of training in another related field such as that for physicians, pharmacists, and physician's assistants.
Certification in Infection Control as specified by Appendix PP at F880 is required prior to assuming the role in infection prevention and control.
You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.
Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Diploma with an associated LPN license from an accredited college or university.
Certificate/diploma or degree in nursing, or Bachelor's degree (or higher) in microbiology or epidemiology; or Associate's degree (or higher) in medical technology or clinical laboratory science; or completion of training in another related field such as that for physicians, pharmacists, and physician's assistants.
Certification in Infection Control as specified by Appendix PP at F880 is required prior to assuming the role in infection prevention and control.
You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of our Infection Control and Prevention Program in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our center to ensure that the center provides a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment.
Help prevent and control the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.
Collaborate with center leadership and the medical director to develop, implement, evaluate and re-evaluate the annual infection control and prevention goals and plans.
Assess employees with open lesions or communicable disease for ability to work and any limitations or restrictions.
Record, track and trend surveillance and investigation of infections; and actions taken to prevent and control spread of infections and report to center QAPI committee.
Provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results.