Infection Preventionist RN

ASC•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Infection Preventionist (IP) implements measures to protect residents and staff in the community. The IP assesses staff education needs, coordinates programs based on identified needs, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements. The role involves educating healthcare staff and patients about infection prevention practices, leading and motivating others to follow those practices, and monitoring, tracking, and analyzing infection, immunization, and antibiotic-use data and trends. The IP also helps create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents. The position is with Canterbury Nursing & Rehab, part of American Senior Communities. The organization describes its guiding C.A.R.E. values as Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.

Requirements

Active Indiana RN license or ability to obtain an Indiana license.
Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training through the CDC, which may be provided at the facility upon hire, or advanced training in infection prevention and control.
Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.

Responsibilities

Implement measures to protect residents and staff from infection.
Assess staff education needs and coordinate training programs based on identified needs.
Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
Educate healthcare staff and patients about infection prevention practices.
Lead and motivate others to follow infection prevention practices.
Monitor, track, and analyze data and trends related to infections, immunizations, and antibiotic use.
Create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.
Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values to residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Benefits

Competitive compensation.
Access to earnings before payday.
Employee referral bonus programs.
401(k).
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Free life insurance.
PTO exchange-for-pay programs.
Medical coverage, with plans as low as $25.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Workforce Chaplains workplace support.
Personalized Wellness Coaching.
Holiday pay.
Paid time off (PTO), with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
Employee discount programs for travel, retail, entertainment, food, and more.
Preceptors and mentorship programs.
Clinical and leadership development pathways.
Education partnerships with colleges and universities, including Ivy Tech and Purdue Global.
Financial assistance for continuing education.
Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.