RN Staff Development & Infection Prevention

ASC • New Castle, IN

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About The Position

The Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Preventionist (SDC/IP) at Stonebrook Rehab Center implements measures to protect residents and staff. The role assesses staff education needs, coordinates education programs based on those needs, and ensures State and Federal compliance. The SDC/IP conducts education, skills competencies, training, clinical observations, and quality assurance audit tools as directed by the Director of Nursing Services. The position also assists with new employee hiring and engages with staff to champion employee recognition and retention programs and support growth and development within the company.

This is a full-time day-shift opportunity. The role calls for a passion for education and employee development, leadership in infection prevention, and the ability to monitor and analyze infection, immunization, antibiotic-use, and education-related trends. The SDC/IP also helps create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents and supports a respectful, positive, collaborative work environment.

American Senior Communities identifies Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence (C.A.R.E.) as its core values. The company has served customers since 2000 and operates more than 100 American Senior Communities in Indiana.

Requirements

• Active Indiana RN license or ability to obtain an Indiana license.
• CDC Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training, which may be provided at the facility upon hire, or advanced training in infection prevention and control.
• Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values with residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Implement measures to protect residents and staff from infection.
• Assess staff education needs and coordinate programs based on identified needs.
• Help ensure compliance with State and Federal requirements.
• Conduct education, skills competencies, training, and clinical observations.
• Conduct quality assurance audit tools as directed by the Director of Nursing Services.
• Assist with hiring new employees.
• Champion employee recognition and retention programs and advocate for staff growth and development.
• Monitor, track, and analyze data and trends associated with infections, immunizations, and antibiotic use.
• Identify educational opportunities based on relevant data and trends.
• Educate healthcare staff and patients about infection prevention practices.
• Support a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents and a respectful, positive work environment.

Benefits

• 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 available starting at $25.
• Vision 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 for travel, retail, entertainment, food, and other purchases.
• Preceptors and mentorship programs.
• Clinical and leadership development pathways.
• Education partnerships with colleges and universities, including Ivy Tech and Purdue Global.
• 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