Infection Preventionist (RN)

Aviata; Palm Harbor, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k with a match

Paid time off (PTO) program

Job summary

Aviatahg in Palm Harbor is seeking an Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) to join their healthcare team. This role focuses on infection control and prevention within our facility, ensuring a safe environment for patients and staff.

The ideal candidate will possess relevant nursing qualifications and a commitment to fostering a culture of safety and compassion. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, and access to online learning for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have a Nursing Diploma with RN & LPN license.
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in relevant fields is preferred.
• Certification in Infection Control is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop the Infection Control and Prevention Program.
• Prevent transmission of communicable diseases.
• Collaborate with leadership to implement infection control goals.
• Assess employees' ability to work with communicable diseases.
• Record and track infection surveillance and control actions.

Skills

Infection Control

Team Collaboration

Communication

Problem-Solving

Education

Nursing Diploma with RN & LPN license

Bachelor's degree in microbiology or epidemiology

Associate's degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science

Job description

RN or LPN Infection Preventionist

Location: Aviata at Countryside

Address: 3825 Countryside Blvd. Palm Harbor, FL 34684

Job Type: Full-Time

Aviata Health Group is searching for an Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) to join our community that is a patient & family focused, team builder, and excited about the opportunity to assist in building a culture.

If you are an Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) that has business acumen, is team-oriented, driven, and excited about the opportunity to build a culture, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

• Pay rate: Competitive pay, along with holiday pay and paid time off (PTO) program.
• Access to online learning 24/7: Use it for free to help satisfy your specific licensure requirements, along with personal and professional development.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for the entire family and more!
• 401k with a match!

Major Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of our Infection Control and Prevention Program in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our center to ensure that the center provides a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment.
• Help prevent and control the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.
• Collaborate with center leadership and the medical director to develop, implement, evaluate and re-evaluate the annual infection control and prevention goals and plans.
• Assess employees with open lesions or communicable disease for ability to work and any limitations or restrictions.
• Record, track and trend surveillance and investigation of infections; and actions taken to prevent and control spread of infections and report to center QAPI committee.
• Provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results.

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Diploma with associated RN & LPN license from an accredited college or university.
• Certificate/diploma or degree in nursing, or Bachelor's degree (or higher) in microbiology or epidemiology; or Associate's degree (or higher) in medical technology or clinical laboratory science; or completion of training in another related field such as that for physicians, pharmacists, and physician's assistants.
• Certification in Infection Control as specified by Appendix PP at F880 is required prior to assuming the role in infection prevention and control.
• You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.