The role involves planning, developing, and directing the facility's comprehensive infection control program in accordance with current rules and regulations
Job Summary
The role involves planning, developing, and directing the facility's comprehensive infection control program in accordance with current rules and regulations.
The incumbent must ensure all personnel follow standard operating procedures for tasks involving exposure to blood and body fluids while maintaining aseptic techniques.
This position requires participating in facility surveys, managing employee health services, and providing direct nursing care to residents on isolation precautions.
Matching Summary
The role involves planning, developing, and directing the facility's comprehensive infection control program in accordance with current rules and regulations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Infection control program management
CDC OSHA regulatory compliance
Epidemiology and microbiology knowledge
Aseptic technique and universal precautions
Employee health and safety training
Nosocomial infection monitoring
Nice-to-have
APIC certification preferred
PCC experience preferred
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Experience with long-term care facilities
Ability to work under stress
Key Requirements
Current active Registered Nurse license
2+ years experience in long term care
Working knowledge of epidemiology and microbiology