Infection Control Nurse Full-time

Gateway Post Acute

Porterville, CA, US
Base: $70,000 – $71,000 annually (doe); bonus/equi...
Infection control program management
Compliance with cdc and osha guidelines
Infection control monitoring and reporting
The Infection Control Nurse is responsible for planning, developing, and directing the facility’s Infection Control Program in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations

Job Summary

  • The Infection Control Nurse is responsible for planning, developing, and directing the facility’s Infection Control Program in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
  • This role involves educating staff, monitoring infection control practices, and collaborating with nursing and leadership to maintain resident and staff safety.
  • Gateway Post Acute is committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.

Matching Summary

The Infection Control Nurse is responsible for planning, developing, and directing the facility’s Infection Control Program in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Salary

Base: $70,000 – $71,000 annually (DOE); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infection control program management
  • Compliance with CDC and OSHA guidelines
  • Infection control monitoring and reporting
  • Staff education on infection control practices
  • Isolation precautions implementation
  • Infection prevention equipment handling

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with PointClickCare (PCC)
  • Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
  • Participation in infection control committees
  • Data analysis for infection trends
  • Resident and family education

Key Requirements

  • Current active LVN license in California
  • Minimum 2 years nursing experience
  • Current CPR certification
  • Knowledge of infection control and epidemiology
  • APIC Certification preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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