Infection Preventionist

Homestead Rehab & Health Care Center; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Homestead Rehabilitiatin and Health Care Center is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead the facility's infection prevention and control program. The role focuses on preventing infections and coordinating education for staff across units.

The IP will identify, investigate, monitor, and report healthcare-associated infections, aligning with CDC, NJDOH, and OSHA standards. A NJ RN license and infection prevention training are required or preferred.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid NJ RN license.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred.
• 1 year supervising experience preferred.
• 1 year leadership experience preferred.
• Three years of RN experience preferred.
• Clinical nursing experience in a nursing care center or related setting.
• Completed specialized training in infection prevention and control.

Responsibilities

• Oversee facility infection prevention and control program (IPCP) to prevent infections.
• Develop and implement education programs addressing identified IPC needs.
• Educate staff on current infection control practices and resident care procedures.
• Ensure IPCP compliance with CDC, NJDOH, OSHA standards and regulations.

Skills

NJ RN license

Bachelor's in Nursing

Supervising experience

Leadership experience

3+ years RN experience

Clinical nursing in LTC

Infection prevention training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Infection Preventionist

About Us: Homestead Rehabilitiatin and Health Care Center is a leading provider of long-term care services committed to delivering exceptional care to our residents. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of healthcare and ensuring the safety and well-being of our residents and staff. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a skilled and passionate Infection Preventionist to join our team.

The infection preventionist is responsible for the facility infection prevention and control program (IPCP), which is designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.

The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for identifying, investigating, monitoring, and reporting healthcare associated infections in accordance with current federal, state, local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern such programs. The IP collaborates with teams and individuals to create and sustain infection prevention strategies and provide feedback.

Develops education program in response to identified infection control needs identified through QAPI, rounding on units. Teaches staff current accepted resident care and community practices as they relate to infection control and prevention.

Assumes Infection Prevention Role to ensure our infection control program is maintained in accordance with all standards set forth by CDC and NJDOH and OSHA

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid NJ RN State License.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing, preferred
• Supervising Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Leadership Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Three years of experience as an RN (Preferred)
• Clinical nursing experience within a nursing care center or other related healthcare setting
• Completed specialized training in infection prevention and control through accredited continuing education.