Infection Prevention Nurse, RN

Jobtailor; Effingham (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Effingham, IL seeks a skilled Infection Prevention Nurse to lead rounds, monitor prevention practices, collect data, and investigate outbreaks to safeguard residents and staff.

The role requires an active RN license in the state of practice and prior infection control experience, with infection control certification preferred. You will train staff and ensure needed supplies are available for infection control.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in state of practice.
• 1 year of RN experience in LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required
• Infection control experience required

Responsibilities

• Conduct rounds
• Discuss and monitor infection prevention practices with staff members
• Collect infection data from departments
• Maintain records for each case of healthcare-associated infection
• Conduct outbreak investigations
• Train staff members on implementation of infection prevention practices
• Investigate incidents of infections
• Report infection incidents to the appropriate person or department
• Ensure availability of supplies required for infection prevention activities

Skills

Excellent Written Communication

Excellent Oral Communication

Professional Image

Flexible Personality

Energetic Attitude

Education

RN license (state of practice)

Infection Control Certification

Job description

• Conduct rounds
• Discuss and monitor infection prevention practices with staff members
• Collect infection data from departments
• Maintain records for each case of healthcare-associated infection
• Conduct outbreak investigations
• Train staff members on implementation of infection prevention practices
• Investigate incidents of infections
• Report infection incidents to the appropriate person or department
• Ensure availability of supplies required for infection prevention activities

Requirements

• Must have active, and in good standing, Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice
• Prior experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting preferred
• One year of prior experience providing specialized treatments in a LTC/SNF/AL/MC setting required
• Prior Infection Control experience required
• Infection Control certification preferred
• Professional image in both appearance and behavior
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• A fire and passion for working with seniors
• A flexible, fun, and energetic personality

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Infection Control practices, including data collection, outbreak investigation, and staff training. Holds an active Registered Nurse (RN) license and possesses experience in long-term care settings.

Hard Skills

• Infection Prevention Practices
• Outbreak Investigation
• Case Record Maintenance
• Incident Investigation
• Specialized Treatments

Soft Skills

• Excellent Written Communication
• Excellent Oral Communication
• Professional Image
• Flexible Personality
• Energetic Attitude

Certifications & Qualifications

• Infection Control Certification