Quality Assurance and Infection Preventionist Nurse - RN

Accura HealthCare of Aurelia; Carlisle; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Accura HealthCare is seeking a Quality Assurance and Infection Preventionist Nurse (RN) to ensure high-quality care and compliance with regulations. This full-time role involves leadership in infection control, policy development, and quality improvement initiatives within a supportive community environment.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance

Supplemental Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Qualifications

• Current RN license in applicable state, without restrictions.
• Infection Preventionist Certification must be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Provides guidance on infection control and safety.
• Conducts system reviews, audits, and data collection.
• Leads and participates in QAPI program.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Infection Preventionist Certification

Job description

Via of Carlisle Senior Living has the opportunity to welcome a Quality Assurance and Infection Preventionist Nurse (RN) to join our team! Our nurses in this role play a pivotal part in assuring the highest quality care and promoting the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of our residents and team members. If this aligns with your career aspirations, we look forward to working with you!

JOB HIGHLIGHTS:

• Full-Time
• Daytime hours with flexible scheduling and on-call rotation
• Competitive hourly wage DOE $39-43/hr
• Supportive nurse leadership team
• Agency-Free Facility

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY:

Via Health Services of Carlisle is a campus community featuring an 80-bed Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) with memory care and independent living, located in Carlisle, IA. Our vision at Via Health Services is to create a warm and inviting community that provides exceptional care and service.

ABOUT ACCURA HEALTHCARE:
Accura HealthCare is a Midwest-based healthcare company managing over 30 skilled nursing, assisted living, independent living, and memory care communities across Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska. Since 2016, with 9 initial communities, we have remained committed to our mission and values of trust, integrity, accountability, commitment, and kindness. We are dedicated to providing high-quality care and supporting our purpose: “to care for others,” and our mission: “to be partners in care, family for life.”

OUR BRANDS: Accura HealthCare | Stonebridge Suites | Traditions Memory Care

OUR VALUES: Trust. Integrity. Accountability. Commitment. Kindness.

At Accura HealthCare, personal and professional lives blend to bring purpose and value to our team members.

JOB SUMMARY:
The Quality Assurance and Infection Preventionist Nurse provides guidance on infection control, skin assessments, safety, resident rights, training, and education. Assists in developing, implementing, and updating policies and procedures. Conducts system reviews, audits, data collection, and reports to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Leads and participates in the QAPI (Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement) program, engaging residents, families, and staff to promote quality care. Reviews unresolved issues from previous meetings to develop correction timelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in applicable state, without restrictions, or ability to obtain one.
• Infection Preventionist Certification; if not held, must be obtained within the first six months of employment.
• Demonstrates leadership skills.
• Capable of performing essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays*
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits*
• Flexible Spending Account*
• Employer-Paid Life & AD&D Insurance*
• Supplemental Benefits*
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)

*Benefits available to full-time employees. Minnesota employees are eligible for PTO regardless of employment status.

Accura HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer with communities in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, and is growing!