RN Infection Control Nurse/Staff Development Coordinator

St. Joseph Living Center • Windham, CT

11d • Onsite

About The Position

At St. Joseph's Living Center, we not only provide compassionate and comprehensive care, but we are a leader in the industry when it comes to the value we place on resident care and employee appreciation! Delivering Solutions that Matter: Lead the facility's infection prevention and control program through surveillance, audits, data analysis, and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with infection control regulations by monitoring practices, investigating outbreaks, and implementing corrective actions. Develop and deliver staff education, orientation, and ongoing clinical training to support regulatory compliance and quality care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to identify training needs, promote best practices, and improve resident outcomes. Maintain infection control records, monitor trends, and serve as a clinical resource for infection prevention and staff development.

Requirements

• Active, unencumbered CT or Compact State Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• 2+ years prior experience in infection prevention and control, staff development, and regulatory compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) standards preferred.
• Current CPR certifications, including BLS RN
• Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written

Nice To Haves

• ICP certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the facility's infection prevention and control program through surveillance, audits, data analysis, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with infection control regulations by monitoring practices, investigating outbreaks, and implementing corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver staff education, orientation, and ongoing clinical training to support regulatory compliance and quality care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to identify training needs, promote best practices, and improve resident outcomes.
• Maintain infection control records, monitor trends, and serve as a clinical resource for infection prevention and staff development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage (STD, LTD, accident, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) retirement savings, flexible spending account, and sign-on bonus
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
• Inclusive workplace with great environment and rewarding organization culture

What This Job Offers

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