Infection Preventionist

Reliant Management; Roseland (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliant Management is seeking an Infection Preventionist to join our care team. This role focuses on collecting and analyzing infection data and trends, advising on prevention strategies, and educating staff to uphold evidence-based infection control practices.

Candidates must hold a CA RN or LVN license and BLS certification; certification as an Infection Preventionist is preferred. Various shifts and full-time scheduling are available to support patient care in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications

• Infection prevention certification preferred.
• Current LVN or RN license from CA required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Previous experience as Infection Preventionist a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collecting, analyzing and providing infection data and trends to nursing staff and health care practitioners.
• Consulting on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies; providing education and training.

Skills

Infection prevention

BLS certified

CA RN/LVN license

Team oriented

Education

CA RN or LVN license

BLS certification

Job description

Infection Preventionist

What We're Looking For

We are seeking to hire self-motivated, efficient and responsible Infection Preventionist looking to grow and be part of a caring team. This is a direct hire: Full Time position and various shifts available to fit your schedule. If you have a passion for healthcare, this is the right opportunity for you!

What You Will Do

• Collecting, analyzing and providing infection data and trends to nursing staff and health care practitioners.
• Consulting on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies: providing education and training, and implanting evidence-based infection control practices, including those mandated by regulatory and licensing agencies and guidelines from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

What You’ll Bring

• Infection Preventionist certification preferred.
• Current LVN or RN from the state of CA required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Previous experience as an Infection Preventionist a plus.
• Compassion for the elderly and commitment to hospitality and service.
• Positive and nurturing personality, a true want to help and care for those in need.
• Team oriented and collaborative spirit.
• Experience in long-term, skilled nursing care a plus, but not required.