Infection Control Nurse: Lead Surveillance & Compliance

Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$20,000 Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital is seeking an Infection Control Nurse responsible for implementing hospital-wide infection control programs and collaborating with local health departments. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in nursing and a current RN license.

The ideal candidate should possess at least one year of clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing. Strong interpersonal skills and fluency in English are required to function effectively in this position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in nursing or healthcare related field is required.
• Current State RN license is required.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing.

Responsibilities

• Develops and monitors infection control policies and procedures.
• Implements a surveillance system for detecting infections.
• Consults with staff and physicians on management of infectious patients.

Skills

Knowledge of local, state and federal regulations

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under stress

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's Degree in nursing or healthcare related field

Master’s degree in clinical specialty

Job description

Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital is seeking an Infection Control Nurse responsible for implementing hospital-wide infection control programs and collaborating with local health departments. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in nursing and a current RN license.

The ideal candidate should possess at least one year of clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing. Strong interpersonal skills and fluency in English are required to function effectively in this position.