IP LPN LVN

Windsor Elk Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center•Elk Grove, CA

5d•$79,040 - $83,200

About The Position

The Infection Preventionist (IP LPN LVN) develops, directs, and monitors the facility’s infection prevention and control program and ensures the facility is in compliance. The role includes making rounds of nursing units, reviewing environmental sanitation procedures, analyzing infectious disease laboratory reports, and consulting with the Director of Nursing. The Infection Preventionist prepares summaries of resident and staff infections, corrective actions taken, and results for submission. The role also involves meeting with staff, residents, and family members to explain precautions and ensure appropriate hand-hygiene techniques are followed. The organization describes a family culture centered on person-centered care, teamwork, respect, appreciation, integrity, trust, communication, and collaboration. Its mission is to provide compassionate, quality care focused on the unique needs of residents and families.

Requirements

Hold an unencumbered LVN/LPN license in the state.
Be knowledgeable of nursing practices, procedures, terminology, laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.

Nice To Haves

Infection control experience.
Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) environment.
Experience with PointClickCare.

Responsibilities

Develop, direct, and monitor the facility’s infection prevention and control program.
Ensure the facility complies with applicable infection prevention and control requirements.
Make rounds of nursing units and review environmental sanitation procedures.
Analyze infectious disease laboratory reports and consult with the Director of Nursing.
Prepare summaries of resident and staff infections, corrective actions taken, and results for submission.
Meet with staff, residents, and family members to explain precautions.
Ensure appropriate hand-hygiene techniques are followed.