Infection Control RN — Program Coordinator

LDH-Office of Behavioral Health; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Louisiana State Hospital in Pineville, LA seeks a Registered Nurse-Program Coordinator (Infection Control Nurse) to oversee the Infection Prevention and Control Program and related quality activities. The role coordinates discharge planning, QA, DRG coordination, Utilization Review, and support services across the facility.

Qualified candidates hold an RN license with relevant experience; the position emphasizes collaboration with CLSH/LDH and adherence to confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana RN license or compact license.
• Three years of RN experience or a relevant nursing degree with two years experience.
• Experience coordinating infection prevention and hospital-wide programs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Infection Prevention and Control Committee activities and coordinate the program.
• Liaise with hospital departments and regulatory agencies on IPC matters.
• Monitor HAIs, POAs, and implement prevention strategies per guidelines.
• Maintain records of infections and oversee sterilization and disinfection processes.

Skills

Infection control

Nursing leadership

Healthcare surveillance

Education

Bachelor's in Nursing

Master's in Nursing or Public Health

Job description

Central Louisiana State Hospital in Pineville, LA seeks a Registered Nurse-Program Coordinator (Infection Control Nurse) to oversee the Infection Prevention and Control Program and related quality activities. The role coordinates discharge planning, QA, DRG coordination, Utilization Review, and support services across the facility.

Qualified candidates hold an RN license with relevant experience; the position emphasizes collaboration with CLSH/LDH and adherence to confidentiality and