Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

Rivergate Terrace•Riverview, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes related to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI), in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. The role collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data; presents infection data and recommends actions; and monitors associate compliance with infection control standards and preventive measures. The Infection Preventionist prepares and presents education for staff, residents, and families, and serves as a resource to all departments and personnel. The position is the designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies, including the CDC, and serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities under current CDC recommendations. The Infection Preventionist is responsible for developing and maintaining accountability for the Antibiotic Stewardship Program, keeping current with infection control trends and employee health practices, and performing work within the scope of their license. This position works onsite at the physical facility and may not be performed as an off-site consultant or from a separate location.

Requirements

Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing).
Licensed or registered in the applicable state, with an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing maintained throughout employment.
CPR certification upon hire or obtained during orientation; certification must remain current during employment.
Specialized Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training beyond initial professional training or education before assuming the role.
If the facility's resident population changes, re-evaluate knowledge and skills and obtain additional training as needed for the changed scope of care.
Certifications or training required by the state, such as Certified TB Nurse, as applicable.
Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures and of laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in a post-acute care facility.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to perform work within the scope of the applicable license.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to company policies, compliance procedures, and Life Care's Code of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) setting.
Experience working directly with long-term care, dementia care, and rehabilitation populations.
Thorough knowledge of SNF regulations related to Infection Control.
A motivating approach to educating a broad range of clinical and ancillary staff.
Prior experience with geriatrics.

Responsibilities

Evaluate the quality of resident care and outcomes related to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI).
Collect, prepare, and analyze HAI data.
Present infection data and make recommendations for action.
Monitor associate compliance with infection control standards through barriers and infection prevention measures.
Prepare and present education for staff, residents, and families.
Serve as a resource to all departments and personnel.
Monitor Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies, including the CDC.
Serve as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities in accordance with current CDC recommendations.
Develop and maintain accountability for the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
Maintain current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices.
Implement and interpret the Infection Prevention and Control Program's programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.
Perform proficiently in applicable competency areas and maintain professional working relationships.
Maintain confidentiality, follow company policies, and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.