Infection Control/Employee Health (RN)

Myrgh; New Mexico; On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Roosevelt General Hospital in Portales, NM seeks an Infection Control / Employee Health RN to lead infection prevention activities and manage the employee health program. You will provide clinical employee health services and collaborate across departments to uphold patient and staff safety.

The role requires a valid NM RN license, BLS, and at least three years in healthcare. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analysis is essential to monitor compliance and drive quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license (RN) for NM is required.
• Bachelor’s degree (BSN) highly desirable but not required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in healthcare required.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).
• Knowledge of competency/education software is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of infection control and employee health activities.
• Establish and implement infection control and employee health orientation programs.
• Maintain employee health databases and records.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation requirements (DNV, CMS).
• Collaborate with Safety Officer, HR, Quality Officer, and others to advance employee health and safety.
• Coordinate development and implementation of employee health initiatives and programs.
• Develop policies for pre-employment and onboarding processes in collaboration with HR.
• Oversee pre-employment testing and vaccination processes and manage exposures and outbreaks.
• Perform surveillance, analyze data, and generate reports for infection control.
• Educate staff, physicians, and community leaders on infection prevention & control.

Skills

RN license

MS Office

Education

BSN preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Infection Control / EE Health RN

Nursing Administration Full Time Professional Portales, NM, US

Salary Range: $33.00 To $49.00 Hourly

Job Summary

This individual has oversight over all infection control and prevention related activities within the organization. This individual will also be responsible for all functions of the employee health program and for providing clinical employee health services at Roosevelt General Hospital.

• Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Must have strong computer and research skills to ensure they remain up to date with new developments, best practices, and standards of care within the field of healthcare.
• Will be required to establish standard methods of care, utilizing evidence-based practice and best practice standards.
• Will be required to establish and implement infection control and employee health orientation programs, alongside the departmental directors throughout the facility.
• Responsible for policies and procedures within the organization related to infection control and employee health.
• Supports administration with employee health databases, maintains complete and accurate employee health records.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal requirements, accreditation bodies (DNV), and RGH policies and clinical responsibilities.
• Participates as an integral team member, collaborating with various departments and colleagues, including Safety Officer, Human Resources, Quality Officer, and others as needed to advocate for employee health and safety.
• Coordinates the development and implementation of all employee health initiatives and programs.
• Will develop, alongside Human Resources, policies and procedures for pre-employment and on-boarding processes for employees.
• Will be responsible for all pre-employment testing and vaccination processes, annual N95/TB/ Influenza testing and/or vaccinations, and the management of potential blood exposures, employee illnesses and disease outbreaks.
• Responsible for coordinating the infection control program which includes surveillance, analysis of data, developing reports, policies, and procedures.
• Use epidemiological principles and statistical methods to design, implement and evaluate infection prevention and control strategies.
• Provides consultation and education to staff, physicians, and community leaders in respect to Infection Prevention & Control.
• Coordinate with the Infection Prevention and Control Committee to determine the direction of surveillance activities and actively evaluate effectiveness of the Infection Prevention and Control Plan annually.
• Conduct risk assessments at least annually and as needed with consideration of served populations, regional vulnerabilities, relevant statistical data, and new and emerging infectious diseases.
• NotifytheCountyand/orStateHealthDepartmentofanyreportablediseases,adheringtoallinternal,county,andstate procedures.
• Developandimplementcontinuouslyimprovedpatientcareproceduresandcontrolmechanismsrelatingtoquality, compliance, and infectious diseases.
• Participateininfectionpreventionandcontroleducationofallemployeesduringorientationandannuallythereafter, including classes in infection prevention and control practices and employee health.
• EnsuretheinfectionpreventionandcontrolproceduresmeetCMS,DNV,county,state,APIC,andCDCregulations, standards, and/or guidelines.
• OrganizeInfectionPreventionandControlCommitteemeetingsandmaintainallmeetingminutes.

Non-Essential Functions

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Roosevelt General Hospital (RGH) is committed to providing safe, quality care to patients. Employees are required to adhere to the Values of RGH.

Integrity

• We are committed to honesty and ethical principles, where our words and actions reflect our dedication to fostering strong relationships and maintaining professional credibility.
• We take accountability for our actions and their impact on others, consistently honoring our commitments and upholding moral standards and values in every situation.

Learning

• We promote personal growth and professional excellence by embracing continuous learning through training, mentorship, and constructive feedback.
• We foster a collaborative culture driven by curiosity and critical thinking, encouraging staff to ask questions, seek answers, and share knowledge.
• We confidently embrace changes in technology, processes, and practices, encouraging strategic risk-taking and creativity to enhance healthcare delivery, patient safety, and the quality of care.
• We collaborate with partners from other hospitals, academic institutions, industry leaders, and community organizations to promote continuous improvement and remain at the forefront of advancing healthcare outcomes.

Kindness

• We engage in open communication with patients, families, and colleagues to understand their needs and concerns, while respecting their differences and upholding their dignity.
• We foster a nurturing environment where individuals feel supported, understood, and valued, strengthening relationships, promoting growth, and enhancing the overall well-being of all.
• We strive to be a model rural healthcare facility, setting high standards in healthcare delivery and ensuring exceptional patient satisfaction within the communities we serve.
• We take pride in our accountability and fiscal responsibility, skillfully balancing costs and outcomes to guarantee that superior patient care is always delivered.

Unity

• We collaborate across departments and disciplines to deliver effective and compassionate healthcare, working alongside patients, families, and community partners to ensure seamless coordination of care and achieve our common goals of wellness and healing.
• We prioritize open communication and mutual respect, empowering our teams to collaborate effectively by acknowledging and celebrating the unique contributions and strengths of each individual.

Qualifications

Current nursing license (RN) for state (NM) is required.

Bachelor’s degree (BSN) highly desirable but not required.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in healthcare required.
• Must be proficient and have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Knowledge of competency/education software is preferred, but not required.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Complete annual education requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Communicate the mission, ethics and goals of the organization.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to handle difficult situations involving patients, physicians, or others in a professional manner

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

• Working regular hours including call hours and weekends as required
• Physically demanding, high-stress environment
• Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
• Pushing and pulling heavy objects
• Hand and eye coordination
• Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
• Functional range of body motion including handling and lifting patients
• Position requires light to moderate work with 50 pounds maximum weight to lift and carry.
• Position requires reaching, bending, stooping, and handling objects with hands and/or fingers, talking and/or hearing, and seeing.