Infection Prevention Nurse

Lapalomahealthcare

Infection control program management
Monitoring infection control practices
Aseptic technique and isolation precautions
The Infection Prevention Nurse is responsible for planning, developing, and directing the infection control program in accordance with current regulations and guidelines to ensure resident and staff safety

Job Summary

  • The Infection Prevention Nurse is responsible for planning, developing, and directing the infection control program in accordance with current regulations and guidelines to ensure resident and staff safety.
  • This role involves monitoring infection control practices, providing nursing care and consultation, developing and conducting staff training programs, and assisting in budget and planning activities related to infection control.
  • The position requires maintaining detailed infection records, participating in infection control committees, and collaborating with various departments to uphold sanitation and safety standards throughout the facility.

Matching Summary

The Infection Prevention Nurse is responsible for planning, developing, and directing the infection control program in accordance with current regulations and guidelines to ensure resident and staff safety.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • infection control program management
  • monitoring infection control practices
  • aseptic technique and isolation precautions
  • infection surveillance and reporting
  • employee health and counseling
  • nursing care procedures
  • infection control training development

Nice-to-have

  • collaboration with multiple departments
  • experience with microbiological laboratory support
  • participation in infection control committees
  • knowledge of TB management programs
  • budget preparation assistance
  • maintaining good rapport with medical professionals

Key Requirements

  • Nursing Degree from accredited institution
  • 2+ years experience in long term care
  • Registered Nurse license in state
  • Current CPR certification
  • Knowledge of epidemiology and infectious diseases
  • Maintain continuing education for licensing
  • APIC Certification preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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