Staff Development Nurse / Infection Control (RN)

Silver Creek Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center • Bristol, RI

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Silver Creek Manor is seeking a Registered Nurse to serve as its Infection Prevention and Staff Development Nurse at its skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Bristol, Rhode Island. The role develops and delivers nursing staff education, supports staff competency and licensure, and manages the facility’s infection control program in accordance with applicable laws and guidelines. The nurse also assesses infection risks, investigates infection control issues, documents program activities, reports to facility leadership, and serves as a resource for staff.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.
• At least 3 years of nursing staff development and infection control experience in a skilled nursing and/or long-term care setting.
• Strong understanding of local, state, and federal infection control guidelines for healthcare facilities.
• Proficiency in developing and delivering effective educational programs.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs for nursing staff to maintain competency and keep staff current on best practices and regulations.
• Organize and lead training sessions, workshops, and other educational activities.
• Work with nursing leadership to identify training needs and areas for improvement.
• Ensure staff maintain required licensure and certifications.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the facility’s infection control program in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and guidelines.
• Conduct regular infection risk assessments and implement necessary infection control procedures.
• Investigate infection control issues and provide timely solutions.
• Ensure infection control efforts are properly documented and provide regular reports to facility leadership.
• Serve as a resource for staff on infection control and prevention measures.
• Train staff on infection prevention measures and monitor compliance.

Benefits

• $7,500 sign-on bonus available.
• Generous paid time off packages.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Competitive salary.

What This Job Offers

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