Infection Preventionist Employee Health RN

Vibra Healthcare; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical PPO and HSA options

Dental and Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability Benefits

401K matching

Job summary

Vibra Hospital of Boise is seeking an Infection Preventionist/Employee Health - Registered Nurse to join our team. You will partner with medical staff and leadership to develop, implement and evaluate the infection prevention and employee health program, monitor practices, and report infectious events to health authorities.

The role requires an RN licensed in Idaho, knowledge of epidemiology and aseptic techniques, and current BLS/ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• RN license in Idaho required.
• Knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology and aseptic technique.
• Minimum 1 year acute care experience; BLS/ACLS current.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and evaluate infection prevention and employee health programs.
• Monitor infection prevention practices and conduct surveillance for hospital-acquired infections.
• Report infections and events to health authorities in a timely manner.
• Educate staff, ensure competency and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Prioritization

Independent decision making

Computer skills

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Idaho

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an Infection Preventionist/Employee Health - Registered Nurse to join our team!

Hospital Details

Vibra Hospital of Boise, located in Boise, ID, is a 40 bed Critical Care Hospital, providing acute care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. Often our patients require additional critical care services for medically complex conditions such as trauma, infectious diseases, wound healing, cardiovascular disease, stroke, amputation and ventilator weaning. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Responsibilities

This individual works closely with medical staff, hospital leadership and all hospital department heads to develop, implement and evaluate the infection prevention and employee health program. This position will monitor infection prevention practices, employee health screening, and conduct surveillance for hospital acquired infections in accordance with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention definitions.

Responsible for timely reporting of infections and events to all proper health authorities. Responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating the education and development needs of the facility with an emphasis on clinical/staff competency. Ensures programs are in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Registered Nurse (RN) required

• RNs must have a current, valid, and active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment

• Knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious disease, and aseptic technique to include standard/universal precautions required.

• Minimum one (1) year acute care experience required.

• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

• One (1) year of professional development experience preferred

• Minimum three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse preferred.

• Ability to project a professional image.

• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.

• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.

• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.

• Working knowledge of computer and software applications used in job functions.

• Freedom from illegal use of and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

Benefits

At Vibra Healthcare, employees are our priority. We are passionate about patient care and consider it a privilege to be able to provide services to patients and their family members. Below is a brief summary of our benefits.

• Medical PPO high and low deductible plans / HSA options as well as HMO options in some markets
• FREE prescription plans
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Flex Spending plans, 401K matching
• Additional Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital plans
• Company discounts for mobile phone service, electronics, cell phones, clothing, etc
• Pet Insurance
• Group legal – provides legal assistance with personal legal matters
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Work life balance

At Vibra Healthcare, our patients are family. Healthcare is constantly evolving, our growing organization is devoted to ensuring that each person in our care feels safe. Our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals are always focused on service excellence and providing top quality care at the bedside. Our culture fosters engagement, diversity and advocacy. Our goal is to empower our employees and support them in their professional growth while leading them on a path to success within our organization.