INFECTION PREVENTION NURSE NEEDED ASAP 13 WEEK CONTRACT

Sweetwater Care; Butte (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing stipend

Travel reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

FullShift Staffing is seeking a Travel Infection Control Nurse to assess and enhance infection prevention across diverse healthcare settings. The role supports patient safety and clinic operations, with responsibilities spanning assessment, planning, and staff education.

Ideal candidates will have infection prevention experience and the flexibility to travel. The position emphasizes collaboration with healthcare teams and adherence to CDC/OSHA standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in infection prevention and control in healthcare settings.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CDC guidelines, OSHA regulations, and other relevant infection control standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and influence healthcare professionals.
• Ability to travel extensively and work independently in various healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of infection control practices and procedures at assigned facilities.
• Develop and implement infection prevention and control plans based on current guidelines and best practices.
• Monitor compliance with infection control protocols and recommend improvements as needed.
• Educate healthcare staff on infection control measures, including hand hygiene, isolation precautions, and environmental cleaning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to investigate and manage healthcare-associated infections outbreaks.
• Participate in infection control committees and provide expertise on infection prevention strategies.
• Collect and analyze infection rate and trend data, and report findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging infectious diseases and recommend adjustments to infection control policies accordingly.

Skills

Infection control

Travel readiness

Communication

Education

LPN license

CIC preferred

Tools

CDC guidelines knowledge

Job description

JOIN OUR FULLSHIFT STAFFING TEAM! TRAVEL WITH US!

Ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime? Join us as we journey through the landscapes of rural healthcare, making a meaningful impact one patient at a time. As a Travel Infection Control Nurse, you will embark on a dynamic journey, assisting healthcare providers in delivering top-quality patient care across diverse settings. Your role will be instrumental in ensuring smooth clinic operations, patient satisfaction, and the overall success of healthcare teams by assessing, implementing, and monitoring infection control protocols and practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in infection prevention and control and the flexibility to work in diverse healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of infection control practices and procedures at assigned healthcare facilities.
• Develop and implement infection prevention and control plans based on current guidelines and best practices.
• Monitor compliance with infection control protocols and recommend improvements as needed.
• Educate healthcare staff on infection control measures, including hand hygiene, isolation precautions, and environmental cleaning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to investigate and manage healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) outbreaks.
• Participate in infection control committees and provide expertise on infection prevention strategies.
• Collect and analyze infection rate and trend data, and report findings to relevant stakeholders.
• Stay current with emerging infectious diseases and recommend adjustments to infection control policies accordingly.

Qualifications

• Minimum LPN license in good standing in the listed state or active Compact/Multistate license.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
• Minimum of [1] years of experience in infection prevention and control in healthcare settings.
• Strong knowledge of CDC guidelines, OSHA regulations, and other relevant infection control standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to educate and influence healthcare professionals.
• Ability to travel extensively and work independently in various healthcare environments.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to different locations on short notice and work flexible hours as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel between healthcare facilities, if applicable.
• Commitment to providing compassionate care and maintaining professional ethics and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Housing stipend or provided accommodation
• Travel reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to broaden your clinical expertise

Disclaimer

FullShift Staffing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.