Infection Preventionist

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Devereux Pennsylvania Children's Services is seeking an experienced Infection Preventionist (RN) for their West Chester and Malvern campuses. The role involves ensuring compliance with infection control standards and prohibits abuse, providing a supportive environment for children and adolescents with diverse needs. Applicants must have clinical experience in behavioral healthcare and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Comprehensive training in crisis prevention/intervention

ASCEND - Career Accelerator Program

Benefit eligibility after 30 days

Qualifications

• Clinical experience in behavioral healthcare required.
• Experience with infection prevention policies preferred.
• Proficiency in data collection platforms required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulations on infection monitoring and treatment.
• Serve as an expert for infection prevention practices.
• Collect and report data on infections and track antibiotic use.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Independent Working Skills

Education

Pennsylvania RN License

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data Collection Platforms (Radar, Pro-Filer)

Job description

Are you experienced with Infection Prevention policy, procedures, and guidelines? Are you looking for a Full Time Day position Monday-Friday? Do you want to join a team working with a children population where your IP experience is valued?

Devereux Pennsylvania Children's Services, with programs in West Chester and Malvern, PA, is seeking an experienced Infection Preventionist (RN) to join our team. As an Infection Preventionist at Devereux PA Children's Services (DPACS), you will work with dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.

The Infection Preventionist (RN) is part of our Medical Services team at our residential treatment programs for children and adolescents located at our West Chester and Malvern campuses. Our programs provide clinical treatment, educational instruction, and behavioral intervention services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional, and psychiatric challenges and disorders.

Every day as an Infection Preventionist, you will...

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding infection monitoring and treatment, vaccinations, and reporting requirements.
• Serve as a leader and expert for infection prevention procedures and practices, representing DPACS to external agencies including the Vaccine Program for Children, CDC, and PA Department of Health.
• Collect and report data on infections and track antibiotic use.
• Coordinate vaccine administration for students and staff.
• Ensure adherence to Joint Commission standards related to infection control.

You will be offered:

• Pay: $40.00 - $45.60 / hour
• Schedule: 8 am - 4 pm, Monday-Friday
• Comprehensive training in crisis prevention/intervention, trauma-informed care, CPR, first aid, and cultural competencies.
• ASCEND - Career Accelerator Program: the first career accelerator program designed to provide career guidance, coaching, skills development, and financial assistance, including 100% tuition coverage and student loan repayment.
• Benefit eligibility after 30 days of employment (first day of the pay period after 30 days; more info at mydevereuxbenefits.org).

Devereux Pennsylvania Children’s Services (DPACS) serves children, adolescents, and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and psychiatric challenges. Located in West Chester and Malvern, services include psychiatric residential treatment, inpatient psychiatric hospital, assessment, community mental health services, employment and social skills training, and private school educational services for children and adolescents aged 6-21. The programs emphasize Program-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PW-PBIS), promoting positive behaviors and creating safe, supportive environments. Annually, over 1,000 children and adolescents receive specialized care tailored to their needs, aiming to equip them with skills to thrive in their communities.

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Qualifications

Education: Pennsylvania RN license required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Experience: Clinical experience in behavioral healthcare required; experience with infection prevention policies, procedures, audits, and guidelines preferred. Candidates should have experience working with individuals with cognitive, behavioral, or complex medical conditions. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data collection platforms (Radar, Pro-Filer, etc.) required. Strong organizational, communication, and independent working skills are essential. Must maintain a valid driver’s license.

Devereux maintains a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and promotes a culture of reporting, cooperating fully with authorities.