Infection Control Nurse & Staff Development Lead

millington healthcare; Millington (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Millington Healthcare in Millington, TN is seeking a Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Control Nurse to enhance patient care and infection control standards.

You will work with nursing leadership to optimize staffing, oversee infection surveillance, and lead staff education on safety and quality initiatives.

Join a team committed to high-quality care in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Tennessee.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in infection control or a related field.
• Strong understanding of infection control principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with nursing leadership to develop and implement staffing strategies to ensure adequate staffing levels and optimize patient care outcomes.
• Conduct surveillance and monitoring of infection control practices, identify areas for improvement, and develop and implement corrective actions to prevent and control infections.
• Develop and implement education programs for staff on infection control practices, patient safety, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to identify and address areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure a comprehensive approach to infection control and patient safety.

Skills

Infection control

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Job description

Millington Healthcare in Millington, TN is seeking a Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Control Nurse to enhance patient care and infection control standards.

You will work with nursing leadership to optimize staffing, oversee infection surveillance, and lead staff education on safety and quality initiatives.

Join a team committed to high-quality care in a supportive environment with opportunities for growth.