Infection Prevention Nurse Specialist

US Department of Veterans Affairs; San Antonio (TX); In loco; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Texas seeks an experienced nurse to lead infection prevention efforts, educate staff, and promote evidence-based practices that improve patient safety and outcomes.

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams is essential to reduce infection risks and ensure regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes adherence to infection prevention guidelines, education, and evaluation of practices within the facility, with opportunities for professional growth and impact

Competenze

• Registered nurse with valid US license per VA standards.
• Graduate of a nursing program approved by ACEN or CCNE.
• Foreign education may require degree equivalency validation.

Mansioni

• Lead infection prevention initiatives and ensure compliance with guidelines to reduce infection risk.
• Educate and guide staff on infection prevention practices and quality improvement.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote patient safety and regulatory compliance.

Conoscenze

Infection prevention experience

Regulatory standards knowledge

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Formazione

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or related field with BSN

Strumenti

Excel

PowerPoint

Descrizione del lavoro

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Texas seeks an experienced nurse to lead infection prevention efforts, educate staff, and promote evidence-based practices that improve patient safety and outcomes.

Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams is essential to reduce infection risks and ensure regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes adherence to infection prevention guidelines, education, and evaluation of practices within the facility, with opportunities for professional growth and impact