Infection Control Nurse (LPN) – Day Shift

Wexford Health Sources; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with _

Paid holidays

Continuing education options

Free CEUs

Pet Insurance

Flexible pay options

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking an Infection Control Nurse (LPN) to promote patient safety and prevent the spread of infections within a correctional facility.

You will combine hands-on nursing care with infection prevention efforts to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff. You will educate staff on infection control practices, monitor patient conditions, document nursing encounters, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address infection control

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, unrestricted Tennessee Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with infection prevention activities, identifying infection trends, investigating concerns, and evaluating potential infectious disease exposures.
• Educating healthcare and correctional staff on infection control practices, safety procedures, and established protocols.
• Performing patient assessments, administering medications, providing treatments, and assisting with individualized care plans under appropriate clinical supervision.
• Collaborating with physicians, advanced practice providers, registered nurses, and correctional staff to coordinate patient care and address infection control concerns.
• Monitoring patient conditions, documenting nursing encounters, and maintaining accurate electronic medical records.
• Promoting infection control standards, environmental sanitation, patient safety, and compliance with facility policies and professional nursing practices.

Skills

LPN license

CPR certification

Clinical nursing experience

Correctional healthcare experience

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. in Memphis, TN is seeking an Infection Control Nurse (LPN) to promote patient safety and prevent the spread of infections within a correctional facility.

You will combine hands-on nursing care with infection prevention efforts to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff. You will educate staff on infection control practices, monitor patient conditions, document nursing encounters, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address infection control