Agency Infection Preventionist / Wound Care (RN)

Preferred Professional Services (PPS) Agency•Naugatuck, CT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Preferred Professional Services (PPS) is seeking an Infection Preventionist / Wound Care Registered Nurse (RN) for per diem shifts in their Long-Term Care and Rehab Facilities. As an Infection Preventionist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control programs. You will act as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all staff to ensure a safe environment throughout the facility. This role involves providing oversight of the infection control and prevention program, reviewing and updating policies, overseeing specific programs like Antimicrobial Stewardship and Employee Health, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. You will also perform rounds, develop and deliver staff education, track surveillance trends, and maintain required records and reporting.

Requirements

Valid state nursing license
Degree in nursing, epidemiology, biology, or microbiology
Infection Control and Prevention Certification is required prior to assuming the role
Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
Strong clinical, organizational, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Long-Term Care or similar healthcare setting preferred

Responsibilities

Provide oversight of infection control and prevention program to identify and prevent the spread of infections for residents and staff
Review, update and direct the implementation of infection control & prevention policies and procedures
Oversee the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, the Employee Health Program and Universal Influenza Program
Serve as a member of the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee
Ensure compliance to new hire screening, documentation and immunization reporting per state and federal regulatory requirements
Perform rounds to identify potential hazards, monitor infection control practices, identify educational needs and evaluate compliance with standard and transmission based precautions
Develop and deliver staff education programs to all staff
Track, analyze and present surveillance trends and develop action plans in conjunction with QAPI process
Maintain records and reporting as required by state and federal regulations