Infection Control Nurse - LTC Compliance & Care Impact

PACS Group; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group in the United States seeks an Infection Control Nurse to plan, develop, and direct the facility's infection control program in line with CDC, OSHA, and local regulations. You will supervise isolation precautions, coordinate with departments, perform surveillance, and report findings to the Director of Nursing Services. The position requires an RN license, knowledge of epidemiology and aseptic technique, and experience in long-term care.

Qualifications

• RN license and nursing degree required.
• Minimum 2 years in a long-term care facility preferred.
• Strong knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, and aseptic technique.
• Ability to interpret and implement infection control policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement and evaluate the facility's infection control program.
• Monitor and enforce isolation precautions and universal precautions.
• Coordinate with departments and report to the Director of Nursing Services.
• Perform surveillance and prepare monthly infection summaries.

Skills

Infection control

Nursing care

Epidemiology

Microbiology

Aseptic technique

Hand hygiene

Regulatory compliance

Training and education

Education

Nursing degree / RN license

Tools

PCC

CPR certification

Job description

PACS Group in the United States seeks an Infection Control Nurse to plan, develop, and direct the facility's infection control program in line with CDC, OSHA, and local regulations. You will supervise isolation precautions, coordinate with departments, perform surveillance, and report findings to the Director of Nursing Services. The position requires an RN license, knowledge of epidemiology and aseptic technique, and experience in long-term care.