Infection Prevention Coordinator - Nursing Facility

Extended Care LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(K) Program

Paid Time Off

Daily Pay

APPRECIATE YOU PERKS

Job summary

Extended Care LLC is seeking a dedicated Infection Prevention Coordinator to assist in reducing the incidence and transmission of infectious diseases in our facility. This role involves developing and implementing infection prevention goals and protocols.

Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of nursing procedures and a commitment to patient safety. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(K) program, and various employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Promote and facilitate teamwork across departments.
• Commitment to patient safety with strong ethical standards.
• Extensive knowledge of nursing and medical procedures.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills required.
• Ability to make independent decisions on infection control.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate annual infection prevention goals.
• Collaborate with facility leaders and agencies on infection prevention.
• Oversee infection prevention, epidemiology, and safety programs.
• Participate in national collaboratives and reporting.
• Ensure education and intervention during infection control issues.

Skills

Teamwork

Ethical standards

Nursing and medical procedures

Leadership and supervisory skills

Decision making

Job description

Extended Care LLC is seeking a dedicated Infection Prevention Coordinator to assist in reducing the incidence and transmission of infectious diseases in our facility. This role involves developing and implementing infection prevention goals and protocols.

Ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of nursing procedures and a commitment to patient safety. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 401(K) program, and various employee discounts.