Infection Prevention RN — LTC Safety & Impact

careers-communitymedical; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist at Community Medical Centers is responsible for preventing, investigating, monitoring and reporting the spread of infectious diseases in the long-term care facility. You will lead the surveillance program and work with leadership to implement policies, educate staff and recommend improvements.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing, a recognized Infection Prevention Training certificate, and at least 3 years of LT care experience

Qualifications

• Current California RN license required.
• BLS certification for Healthcare Providers required.
• 3 years of infection prevention experience in long-term care.
• Knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, aseptic technique and precautions.

Responsibilities

• Prevent, investigate, monitor and report spread of diseases in the facility.
• Monitor Infection Prevention surveillance program to reduce transmission risk.
• Educate staff and collaborate with Leadership to implement policies and programs.
• Institute control measures and isolation procedures during immediate infection risk.

Skills

Infection prevention

Epidemiology

Nursing

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Certificate of Infection Prevention Training in Long Term Care Infection Control

Job description

The Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist at Community Medical Centers is responsible for preventing, investigating, monitoring and reporting the spread of infectious diseases in the long-term care facility. You will lead the surveillance program and work with leadership to implement policies, educate staff and recommend improvements.

Ideal candidates hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing, a recognized Infection Prevention Training certificate, and at least 3 years of LT care experience