Infection Preventionist - RN

Senior Lifestyle • Auburn, ME

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About The Position

Responsible for supervision/administration of the infection prevention and control plan for the community in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines. May be responsible for clinical system tracking (i.e. wounds or infection control) under the direction of the Director of Nursing. Provide general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community. Notify physicians and/or family members of any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation. Respond quickly to all emergencies. Maintain close communication with all departments and staff members. Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information. Understand role in the Safety & Disaster Plan. Provide educational meetings for residents and staff.

Requirements

• An Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two year college or technical school: or Two years related experience and/or training equivalent combination of education and applicable experience.
• Area of Study: Nursing
• 1+ years of experience in a skilled, sub-acute, or memory care setting
• Must have a Registered Nurse’s License current, with no judgments against it, in the state in which he/she is practicing and must be CPR certified
• Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with supervisors, coworkers, residents, and applicable third parties.
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervision/administration of the infection prevention and control plan
• Clinical system tracking (i.e. wounds or infection control)
• Provide general consultation regarding health-related concerns
• Notify physicians and/or family members of any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation
• Respond quickly to all emergencies
• Maintain close communication with all departments and staff members
• Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information
• Understand role in the Safety & Disaster Plan
• Provide educational meetings for residents and staff

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• retirement benefits
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• paid time off
• DailyPay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees