Infection Prevention Nurse for Long-Term Care

Hillcrest Healthcare; Corinth (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillcrest Healthcare is seeking an Infection Control Supervisor to oversee the facility's infection prevention program and ensure high-quality resident care. The role entails educating staff, monitoring infection risks, and collaborating with the QA Committee to implement effective measures.

The ideal candidate is an RN or LPN with current licensure, organized, and capable of clear communication with supervisors and nursing staff to safeguard residents in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN with current state license.
• Organized and detailed in work performance.
• Good communication, self-discipline, and patience.
• Caring for elderly and disabled in a nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Inform DON, Medical Director and Infection Control Committee of problems and progress in preventing infections.
• Advise isolation policy for disease-specific precautions for residents with infection.
• Act as liaison with local health department in reporting infectious diseases and make recommendations.
• Maintain close communication with all supervisors and nurses and verify primary focal point for infection information.
• Review infections monthly/quarterly and investigate unusual epidemics or pathogens.
• Make rounds to verify techniques and procedures per Infection Control Policy.
• Train staff to complete Infection Surveillance Reports and supervise follow-up activities.
• Assist with infection control programs and in development/implementation of measures.
• Attend Infection Control/QA Committee meetings and coordinate recommendations.
• Compile data related to facility infections and report to Committee.
• May be assigned as Charge Nurse if necessary.

Skills

Infection control

Communication skills

Teamwork

Resident care

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

Hillcrest Healthcare is seeking an Infection Control Supervisor to oversee the facility's infection prevention program and ensure high-quality resident care. The role entails educating staff, monitoring infection risks, and collaborating with the QA Committee to implement effective measures.

The ideal candidate is an RN or LPN with current licensure, organized, and capable of clear communication with supervisors and nursing staff to safeguard residents in a long-term care setting.