Infection Control Preventionist -LVN or RN

Front-Porch; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Front Porch is seeking an Infection Control Preventionist (LVN or RN) in Cupertino, CA. This full-time, hourly role oversees the facility's Infection Control Program under the Director of Nursing.

The position involves surveillance, reporting, analysis, and training across departments to prevent and control infections. The ideal candidate will have California LVN licensure or RN, advanced infection control education, and at least one year of infection control experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed Vocational Nurse (California) required.
• Advanced educational preparation in infection control is required.
• Experience in infection control program implementation and education is expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead the facility Infection Control Program under the Director of Nursing.
• Perform surveillance, reporting, analysis, and recommendations for infection control.
• Provide infection control education and training to staff and consultants.
• Collaborate with nursing, physicians and managers to assess infection control needs.

Skills

Figure calculations

English communication

Education

Licensed Vocational Nurse - California

Advanced infection control education

Job description

Infection Control Preventionist -LVN or RN - 6942

US:CA:Cupertino | Nursing & Clinical | Full Time, Hourly, 36+ hours a week

55.00 - 68.00 USD per hour

Posted 5 days ago

Description

Sunny View Retirement Community

Pay Range: $55.00 - $68.00

Summary:
Under the direction of the Director of Nursing the Infection Control Preventionist assumes the responsibility for the Infection Control Program of the facility. The position involves responsibilities in areas of case findings, surveillance, reporting, analysis, interpretation, inspection, control measures, education, consultation, evaluation and recommendations and training.
Collaborates with all levels of nursing personnel as well as with facility consultants, physicians and department managers and other department employees in assessing needs for infection control prevention, control, implementation and management. Provides infection control program related education. Is responsible for the communities Infection Control protocols, tracking and prevention.

Competencies and skills:

Essential:

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, and percentages
• Must be able to communicate in English sufficiently to document medical records report to agencies and instruct staff.

Credentials:

Essential:

• Licensed Vocational Nurse - California

Education with Equivalent Qualifications:

Essential:

• Advanced educational preparation in infection control

Experience with Equivalent Qualifications:

Nonessential:

• 1 Year Minimum of one year in infection control practice
• 0 Year long term care, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nurse
• 0 Year Nursing experience with leadership and teaching abilities

Compensation Disclaimer: The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and criminal background clearance.