Assist. Direct. - Infection Prevention - RN - Brookdale South Bay AL/SNF

Brookdale; Kingstown (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookdale South Bay is hiring for the Assistant Director of Clinical Services focused on Infection Prevention. The role requires a valid RN license and involves overseeing infection control and related clinical operations, contributing to an inclusive care environment with ample growth opportunities. This position promises a rewarding environment, maximizing both professional development and personal wellbeing.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Employee discounts

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Must have valid and current RN license.
• Long term care experience preferred.
• Ability to write routine reports and effectively communicate.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Director, Clinical Services in operations planning and execution.
• Monitors and educates on Clinical Systems and protocols.
• Plans and conducts educational programs on infection prevention.

Skills

Infection Control

Wound Management

Fall Prevention

Clinical Documentation

Education

Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university

RN License

Minimum two to four years related experience

Job description

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Overview

• RN License Required*
  
  

Overview

Brookdale South Bay is hiring a Assistant Director of Clinical Services - Infection Prevention for our Skilled Nursing Community.

• RN License Required*
  
  

Main Area Of Focus Will Be

• Infection Control
• Wound Management
• Fall Prevention
  
  

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Part And Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance
  
  

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Role is also eligible for team based bonus opportunities. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

Assists the Director, Clinical Services in planning, organizing, developing and directing the day-to-day operations of the Clinical Services department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards. Assists in maintaining systems and established policy and procedures. See Infection Prevention Addendum for additional job duties.

• Assesses the comprehensive nursing needs of each resident using acceptable long-term care assessment software tools and according to state and federal time frames.
• Coordinates care plans for each resident. Oversees the day to day care of each resident to ensure care plans are followed.
• Works with other team members to establish appropriate level of care in accordance with Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement levels.
• Assists the Director, Clinical Services in ensuring comprehensive and accurate documentation by nursing service/direct personnel.
• Monitors, manages and provides education on Clinical Systems, programs, and processes as assigned by the Director, Clinical Services. Implements Clinical Systems and programs in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern long term care.
• Monitors the community Quality Indicators and survey reports and provides the Director, Clinical Services recommendations for Success Planning to include conducting and scheduling in-service training classes that provide instruction of clinical skills and required education topics.
• Plans, implements, evaluates, and directs the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Applies scientific principles and methods in conducting surveillance, using approved definitions of infection and standard methodologies for case identification, data collection, and reporting.
• Plans and conducts educational programs based on prevention, trends, and outcomes.
• Prepares reports and presentations for Quality Assurance Performance Improvement Committee, which should include Antibiotic Stewardship activities.
• Investigates and reports outbreaks of infection and implements infection prevention interventions.
• Assists in implementation of policy and procedures to support optimal associate compliance, infection prevention, and resident safety in adherence to OSHA regulations and infection control standards.Assists in developing and implementing a Clinical Services organizational structure. Assists in determining staffing needs; recruits, selects, and orients nursing/direct care personnel. Leads programs for staff development. Develops work assignments, schedules duty hours, and delegates authority to supervisory/lead staff.
• Reviews complaints and grievances filed by personnel and/or residents. Reports and investigates all allegations of abuse and/or misappropriation of resident property. Reports suspected or known violations of disclosure of resident protected health information.
• Assists with the coordination of ancillary services.
• Collects, coordinates, and submits MDS data to the state.
• Monitors medication and treatment schedules; works with attending physicians; and provides direct care when required.
• Participates in maintaining the policy and procedures that govern the day-to-day operations of the Clinical Services Department. Possesses knowledge of state, federal, and OSHA regulations, and implements policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines. Ensures staff compliance with regulations.
• Participates in developing and implementing safety standards and regulations for equipment, supplies, and resident care rooms. Implements safe practices in accordance with state, federal, and OSHA regulations for resident safety, and ensures that policies and procedures in regards to resident safety are followed by staff and by residents.
• Monitors supply and equipment needs and budget. Monitors Medicare/Medicaid reimbursements.
• Completes other duties as assigned.
  
  

This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for the above referenced position. It is not

intended to represent a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties as assigned

by his/ her supervisor.

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Qualifications

Education and Experience

Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university. Minimum two to four years related experience and/or

training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Long term care experience preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, And Other Special Requirements

Must have valid and current state (RN) license, issued by appropriate state licensing agency.

Management/Decision Making

Applies existing guidelines and procedures to make varied decisions within a department. Uses sound judgment

and experience to solve moderately complex problems based on precedent, example, reasonableness or a

combination of these.

Knowledge And Skills

Possesses extensive knowledge of a distinct skill or function and a thorough understanding of the organization and

work environment. Has working knowledge of a functional discipline. Ability to write routine reports and

correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the company.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Standing
• Walking
• Sitting
• Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Reach with hands and arms
• Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl
• Talk or hear
• Ability to lift: up to 25 pounds
• Vision
• Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
  
  

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Salary Range Information

$85,260.00 - $108,610.00 / year

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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