The role requires planning, developing, and directing the infection control program in accordance with current rules and regulations
Job Summary
The role requires planning, developing, and directing the infection control program in accordance with current rules and regulations.
The incumbent must monitor infection control practices to ensure all personnel implement standard operating procedures for tasks involving exposure to blood or body fluids.
Responsibilities include preparing monthly summaries of resident and personnel infections and reporting reportable diseases to county and state health departments.
Matching Summary
The role requires planning, developing, and directing the infection control program in accordance with current rules and regulations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Implement infection control programs
Monitor aseptic techniques
Conduct case findings and rounds
Review infectious disease reports
Ensure CDC OSHA compliance
Manage isolation precautions
Nice-to-have
Develop employee health counseling
Participate in facility surveys
Assist with discharge planning
Maintain sterile supply inventory
Collaborate with medical professionals
Key Requirements
Current active Registered Nurse license
2+ years experience in long term care
Working knowledge of epidemiology and microbiology