Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist - Infection Control
Company: Life Care Centers of America
Location: Haltom City
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) Infection PreventionistThe RN Infection
Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes
as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and
Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all
applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Collects,
prepares, and analyzes HAI data. Presents infection data and makes
recommendations for actions. Monitors associate compliance with
infection control standards through use of barriers and infection
prevention measures. Prepares and presents education for the staff,
residents, and families. Serves as a resource to all departments
and personnel.
Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements
* Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in
nursing).
* Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain
an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout
employment.
* CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR
certification must remain current during employment.
* Completed an approved Infection Preventionist Certification
course (e.g., CIC, CBIC, IP-BC, IPCA, CDC).
* Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
* Applicable certifications or training per State requirements
(e.g., Certified TB Nurse).
Specific Job Requirements
* Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public
Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including
the CDC
* Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response
activities, in accordance with current CDC recommendations
* Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends,
methodologies, and employee health practices
* Performs work within the scope of his/her license
* Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such
action
* Knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and
procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines
governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
* Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives,
policies, and procedures of the Infection Prevention and Control
Program
* Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas
* Maintains professional working relationships with all associates,
vendors, etc.
* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential
information
* Understand and follow company policies including harassment and
compliance procedures
* Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's
Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other
appropriate compliance training
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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