Infection Control RN - Corrections Healthcare

VitalCore Health Strategies

Lansing (KS)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 61,000

Full time

48 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401K

PTO

Annual Incentive Bonus

Job summary

VitalCore Health Strategies, Lansing, Kansas, United States, is seeking an Infection Control Registered Nurse for Lansing Correctional Facility. The RN will lead infection control program, ensure safe environment, and uphold national infection control standards across facilities.

Responsibilities include managing nursing activities, supervising staff, maintaining records, coordinating with healthcare team, administering medications, and educating patients and families; must hold nursing degree

Qualifications

Must be a registered nurse with a nursing degree and current license in Kansas.
Experience in healthcare infection control and hospital nursing environments.
Certification in infection control (APIC or SHEA) preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain accurate, detailed reports and records for infection control activities.
Administer medications to patients and monitor for reactions and side effects.
Record patients’ medical information and vital signs.
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients’ condition.
Coordinate with healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans.
Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients’ responses and conditions.
Direct or supervise nursing or healthcare personnel as needed.
Prepare patients for examinations or treatments and assist as required.