Coordinator, Infection Control Registered Nurse (RN)

Memorial Physician Practices; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and 401K Benefits

Flexible spending accounts

Competitive PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym discounts

Career growth

Job summary

Community North Rehabilitation Hospital is seeking a part-time Educator and Infection Preventionist (RN) to lead education programs and clinical orientation for new staff. The role drives the hospital's Infection Control Plan, analyzes infection data, and collaborates with leadership to implement prevention strategies.

The ideal candidate has a BSN or higher and an active RN license, with 2+ years bedside RN experience and CPR/BCLS. ACLS is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN licensure and clinical background
• Experience planning and directing educational activities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• CPR/BCLS certification; ACLS preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead education programs and clinical orientation for new staff.
• Develop and oversee the hospital-wide Infection Control Plan.
• Analyze infection data, identify trends, and implement prevention strategies.
• Coordinate infection prevention activities with hospital leadership and committees.
• Assist in identifying, monitoring, and controlling outbreaks.

Skills

Infection prevention

Education program development

Clinical orientation

Communication skills

RN licensure

Education

BSN or higher

Current RN license

Job description

Educator and Infection Preventionist (RN)

Job Type: Part Time

Shift: Day

People are our passion and purpose.

Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do!At Community North Rehabilitation Hospital, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care for others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As anEducator/Infection Preventionist (RN)joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Free Parking
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses
• Working with highly engaged staff
• Healthy staffing levels
• Flexible scheduling
• Career growth

Position Summary:

Assumes responsibility and accountability for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of education programs including clinical orientation of new employees. Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees. Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.

• Drives and assumes ownership of Infection Control Plan and activities in the hospital.
• Exercises independent judgement in analyzing and trending infection data and creates a plan to reduce and prevent infections.
• Functions as the content expert on Infection Prevention and Control for the hospital including determining course of action, planning, implementing, and ensuring compliance to the plan.
• Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees.
• Identifies potential sources of nosocomial infection and implements actions to eliminate the source; and evaluates infection data to distinguish between nosocomial and community-acquired infection.
• Assists in identifying, monitoring, and controlling outbreaks of nosocomial infection among patient and hospital personnel.

Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. Bachelor's or master's strongly preferred.
• Current state licensure as Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, evaluating and/or directing educational activities of clinical personnel.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a bedside RN
• CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

EEOC Statement:

Community North Rehabilitation Hospitalis committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Join us in delivering high-quality care.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.