Infection Control and Prevention Specialist (RN)

Presbyterian Homes & Services; Brooklyn Center (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

HSA/FSA

Life insurance

Retirement match

Holiday pay

Extended sick leave

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Education assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Presbyterian Homes & Services (Maranatha) seeks an Infection Control and Prevention Specialist to monitor and advise on infection control measures in coordination with Clinical teams. The role reports to the Clinical Administrator and supports a range of care communities in Brooklyn Center, MN.

The position requires a licensed nurse and infection prevention knowledge, with opportunities to educate staff and improve safety across long-term care settings. Competitive pay and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed nurse in the state where you practice.
• 2+ years of healthcare/clinical experience preferred.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control or ability to obtain immediately after hire.
• Knowledge in infectious disease and epidemiology.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulatory requirements for long-term care.
• Ability to write and implement policies and procedures; apply IT skills.
• Must have or be willing to obtain CPR certification.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication skills; adaptable and creative.

Responsibilities

• Implement the infection prevention and control program and education.
• Coordinate, deliver and maintain infection prevention programs; conduct infection control research and act as consultant to other departments.
• Provide clinical education to employees to reduce risk of infectious disease transmission.

Skills

Infection control

Policy development

Adult education

CPR certified

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

Presbyterian Homes & Services - Maranatha is seeking an Infection Control and Prevention Specialist for our team. This is an opportunity for a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to monitor and advice on infection control measures established through organizational policy and procedures in coordination with the PHS Clinical teams.

REPORTING STRUCTURE: The Infection Control and Prevention Specialist reports to the Clinical Administrator.

ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY

Maranatha5401 69th Avenue NorthBrooklyn Center, MN 55429Maranatha is a unique community made up of assisted living apartments, linked to the newly rebuilt care center and transitional care where 24 hour skilled nursing care is provided.As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as:- Access to bus route- Off-street parking- Discounted employee mealsThis community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Care Center/Long Term Care, Long Term Care with Memory Care, Transitional Care/Rehab, Senior Independent Living Apartments

• Access to bus route
• Off-street parking
• Discounted employee meals

Responsibilities

The Infection Control and Prevention Specialist is responsible for implementing the infection prevention and control program and education. The Infection Control and Prevention Specialist uses clinical knowledge and specialized training to coordinate, deliver and maintain efficient and effective infection prevention and control programs and conducts infection control research and serves as a consultant to other departments to ensure compliance with evidence-based infection control standards. The Infection Control and Prevention Specialist provides clinical education to employees with the goal of providing services excellence and decreasing the risk of infectious disease transmission.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a licensed nurse in the state in which you practice.
• 2+ years of healthcare/clinical experience preferred.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control or ability to obtain immediatelyafter hire.
• Knowledge in the field of infectious disease and epidemiology.
• Knowledge of State and Federal regulatory requirements for long-term care.
• Demonstrated ability to write and implement policies and procedures. Ability to apply experience with technology and IT based instruction.
• Must have or willing to obtain CPR certification.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication skills; adaptability, flexibility, and creativity. Ability to communicate with a variety of people.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the Englishlanguage to communicate with all customers.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies
• Demonstrates competency in teaching and applying adult education.

Pay Range

The estimated starting pay range for this role is $30.76 - $43.00 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS’s typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends upon many factors including each individual employee’s qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Benefits

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources

About PHS

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organizationprovidinga broad array of high-quality housing choices,careand services options for older adults. Some8,000employees serve more than41,800 older adults through 60PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota,Iowaand Wisconsin, and through Optage®home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposefullivingandthe overallwell-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.