Infection Preventionist RN

American Senior Communities • Fort Wayne, IN

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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 those needs, and ensures compliance with state and federal requirements. The role calls for educating and motivating healthcare staff and patients, tracking and analyzing infection-related data, and creating a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.

Requirements

• Active Indiana RN license or ability to obtain an Indiana license.
• Completion of the CDC Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training, which can 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.
• Ability to educate healthcare staff and patients about infection prevention practices.
• Ability to lead and motivate others to follow infection prevention practices.
• Ability to monitor, track, and analyze infection, immunization, and antibiotic-use data and trends.
• Supportive presence with residents.

Responsibilities

• Implement measures to protect residents and staff from infection.
• Assess staff education needs and coordinate 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.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and access to earnings before payday.
• Employee referral bonus programs.
• 401(k).
• Flexible spending account (FSA) program.
• Free life insurance.
• PTO exchange for pay programs.
• Medical coverage, vision insurance, and dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Workforce Chaplains.
• Personalized wellness coaching.
• Holiday pay and paid time off, with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
• Employee discount programs.
• Preceptors and mentorship programs.
• Clinical and leadership development pathways.
• Education partnerships with colleges and universities.
• Financial assistance for continuing education.
• Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.

What This Job Offers

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