Infection Prevention Nurse IP

Spyglass Healthcare; Campbell (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

401(k) match

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Tuition assistance

Discount programs

Job summary

Spyglass Healthcare is seeking an Infection Prevention Nurse-IP to lead and monitor the infection prevention program within our facility in California. You will oversee surveillance, reporting, and education to prevent hospital-acquired infections, in alignment with CDC/OSHA/APIC guidelines.

The role requires active California RN or LVN license, strong decision-making, and solid communication skills. Experience with Microsoft Office/Excel and PCC is preferred, and APIC certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• CA RN or LVN license in good standing.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and infection control practices and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Monitors Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC.
• Acts as on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response per CDC recommendations.
• Maintains current knowledge of infection control trends and practices.
• Performs work within the scope of license and governs nursing functions in post-acute care facility.

Skills

Independent decision making

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

CA RN or LVN license

Tools

Microsoft Office/Excel

PCC experience

Job description

Infection Prevention Nurse-IP

Position Summary:

The Infection Control directs managerial functions of planning, organizing, coordinating, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the Infection Control Program. The IP has the authority to take necessary steps to prevent and control the acquisition and transmission of infectious agents in the patient, staff, and visitor populations. The Infection Prevention (IP) is responsible for the surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections; educating employees about infection control; and developing organizational infection control standards that meet state and federal regulatory and accrediting bodies, CDC, OSHA, and APIC guidelines

Qualifications:

• California license as Registered Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in good standing
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities and infection control practices, to include standard/universal precautions and guidelines for antibiotic stewardship
• Good verbal and written communication skills with ability to gather information, document, and report findings
• Good computer skills-including Microsoft Office/Excel, and PCC experience preferred
• APIC Certification in infection control preferred

Responsibilities:

• Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC
• Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDC recommendations
• Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices
• Performs work within the scope of his/her license
• Must be knowledgeable of IP and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Infection Prevention and Control Program

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverages with company paying a substantial portion of costs (voluntary supplemental plan options available)
• 401(k) with discretionary company match annually
• Company paid Basic Life and disability insurance (Buy up options available)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday)
• Employee Assistance program
• Tuition Assistance and Profession Enhancement Funds
• Bene-Hub employee sponsored discount programs and more….

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

*Benefits available to full-time employees.

At Spyglass Healthcare, we redefine excellence in skilled nursing and behavioral health care. Our dedicated division, Spyglass Support Services, stands at the forefront of enhancing clinical outcomes and elevating patient care in our facilities and programs. Our comprehensive suite of support services, including expert clinical consulting, efficient revenue cycle management, and rigorous compliance support, ensures that each facility operates at peak efficiency and effectiveness. Our core mission is to empower our facilities to deliver unparalleled care, ensuring every patient’s recovery journey is met with the highest level of compassion, professionalism, and excellence.