Infection Preventionist

IEP Corp; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CATALINA CARE CENTER LLC in Los Angeles County, CA is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead our infection prevention and control program. You will develop, implement, and monitor policies to protect residents and staff, and ensure compliance with current guidelines and regulations.

The ideal candidate holds an active California LVN license and has at least 2 years of infection prevention experience in a healthcare setting, with proficiency in EMR systems and healthcare software.

Qualifications

• Active California LVN license.
• Minimum of 2 years of infection prevention and control experience in healthcare, preferably skilled nursing.
• Knowledge of current infection prevention guidelines and regulations.
• Proficient in using EMR and healthcare software.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain infection prevention and control programs.
• Conduct surveillance of infections and outbreaks; implement interventions.
• Develop and implement policies related to infection prevention and control.
• Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention.
• Collaborate to develop infection control strategies.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to infection prevention.
• Conduct audits and assessments to ensure standards compliance.
• Document infection prevention activities accurately and timely.
• Stay up-to-date with latest research and best practices in infection prevention.

Skills

Infection prevention

Surveillance

Staff training

Quality improvement

Documentation

EMR proficiency

Education

LVN license (CA)

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Infection Preventionist

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Infection Preventionist to join our team at CATALINA CARE CENTER LLC, a 80-bed skilled nursing facility located in the beautiful city of San Pedro, CA. As the Infection Preventionist, you will play a critical role in implementing and maintaining infection prevention and control programs to ensure the health and safety of our residents and staff. If you are passionate about infection prevention and control, and dedicated to providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain infection prevention and control programs in accordance with current guidelines and regulations
• Conduct ongoing surveillance of infections and outbreaks and implement appropriate interventions to prevent the spread of infection
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to infection prevention and control
• Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention and control measures
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement infection control strategies
• Participate in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives related to infection prevention and control
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards and regulations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of infection prevention and control activities
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices related to infection prevention and control

Qualifications:

• Current LVN license in the state of California
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in infection prevention and control in a healthcare setting, preferably in a skilled nursing facility
• Knowledge of current infection prevention and control guidelines and regulations
• Proficient in using electronic medical records and other healthcare software

About Us:

CATALINA CARE CENTER LLC is a skilled nursing facility dedicated to providing short-term rehabilitation services and proud to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs. With a Director of Nursing and a Director of Rehabilitation at the helm, our team of dedicated nursing and dietary staff have received rave reviews from our patients. Come join our team and make a difference in the lives of our patients!

Job Type: FULL_TIME

Location: Los Angeles County, California