Infection Control Employee Health Nurse

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central is seeking an Infection Control professional to lead the hospital-wide infection control program. You will consult with physicians and staff, implement surveillance, and manage outbreaks to prevent transmission of infections.

The role requires a nursing background, BLS, and at least 1 year of relevant clinical experience with a focus on infection control principles and regulatory compliance. Join a dedicated team in a LTACH/ARU setting.

Qualifications

• RN license in state of Texas; BLS certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or healthcare field; master’s preferred.
• Minimum 1 year clinical experience in medical‑surgical or critical care.
• Experience in infection control and basic epidemiology recommended.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and monitors infection control policies for all departments.
• Implements a surveillance system for hospital‑acquired infections and regulatory compliance.
• Provides updates to physicians and staff on policy changes.
• Investigates outbreaks; analyzes bacteriology reports to guide control actions.
• Consults with physicians, managers, and staff on infectious/immunosuppressed patient care.
• Participates in Infection Control Committees and reporting.
• Collaborates with local/state health departments on prevention and reporting.
• Educates employees on infection control, including TB, HIV, universal precautions; may educate patients.
• Acts as a resource on infection control and performs audits.

Skills

Infection control knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Stress management

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's Degree in nursing or related healthcare field

Master’s degree in clinical specialty preferred

Equivalent education/experience substitution allowed

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital Dallas Central and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) provide specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. Our long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) offers advanced, hospital-level treatment for chronically and critically ill patients requiring extended stays. In addition, our Acute Rehabilitation Unit is dedicated to helping patients recover from the effects of acute injuries, impairments, or illnesses. With a focus on personalized care, both the LTACH and ARU collaborate with your physician to provide 24/7 clinical care, ensuring continuous support on your path to recovery.

Job Summary

Consults with physicians, managers, and staff for the management of infectious and/or immunosuppressed patients. Implements an effective hospital-wide infection control program in keeping with Centers for Disease Control (CDC), JCAHO, and other regulatory agencies. Directs all functions of the Employee Health program.

Essential Functions

• Develops, implements, and continually monitors the infection control policies and procedures for all departments.
• Implements a surveillance system for detecting and monitoring hospital acquired and community infections. Ensures compliance to regulatory requirements.
• Provides physicians and staff with updates of infection control policy changes.
• Investigates outbreaks or clusters of infections. Monitors, analyzes, and interprets bacteriology reports and infection statistics, recommends appropriate control measures to prevent dissemination of resistant microorganisms and pathogens.
• Consults with physicians, managers, and staff for the management of infectious and/or immunosuppressed patients.
• Participates in Infection Control Committees.
• Collaborates with local and state health departments in the prevention, control, and appropriate reporting of communicable diseases.
• Participates in ongoing infection control educational programs for employees, including TB, HIV/Hep/Universal Precautions. May educate patients as necessary.
• Acts as a resource person for staff concerning infection control.
• Undertakes regular infection control audits and appropriate follow up action where required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations and requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to assure patient and/or employee rights are protected.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when working or interacting with residents, their families, and other staff members.
• Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in nursing or healthcare related field.
• Master’s degree in clinical specialty preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for education requirements.

Licenses/Certification

• Current State RN license required.
• BLS Certification required.
• ICP or related certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing.
• Experience in Infection Control with basic knowledge of the principles of epidemiology and infections, diseases, sterilization, sanitation, and disinfection practice preferred.