Infection Control Nurse Full-time

Gateway Post Acute

Porterville, CA, US
$70,000 – $71,000 annually (doe) py
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Infection prevention and control program
Regulatory standards compliance
Cdc and osha guidelines
** Gateway Post Acute is seeking a full-time Infection Control Nurse (LVN) in Porterville, CA, to oversee their infection prevention and control program, ensuring compliance with health regulations. The role emphasizes patient and staff safety through effective infection control practices and requires strong communication and nursing skills. **

Job Summary

  • The Infection Control Nurse will lead and oversee the facility’s infection prevention and control program, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and promoting resident and staff safety.
  • Key responsibilities include developing and implementing the infection control program, monitoring practices, analyzing data, reporting communicable diseases, and educating staff.
  • This role requires a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) with at least 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in a skilled nursing facility, and a strong understanding of infection control principles.

Matching Summary

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** Gateway Post Acute is seeking a full-time Infection Control Nurse (LVN) in Porterville, CA, to oversee their infection prevention and control program, ensuring compliance with health regulations. The role emphasizes patient and staff safety through effective infection control practices and requires strong communication and nursing skills. **

Salary

$70,000 – $71,000 annually (DOE)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • infection prevention and control program
  • regulatory standards compliance
  • CDC and OSHA guidelines
  • standard/universal precautions
  • infection control reporting

Nice-to-have

  • resident and staff safety
  • interdisciplinary team collaboration
  • staff education and training
  • preventive maintenance of equipment

Key Requirements

  • LVN license in California
  • 2 years nursing experience
  • CPR certification
  • APIC Certification preferred
  • PointClickCare (PCC) experience preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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