Infection Preventionist (RN)

Aviata Health Group; Palm Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

PTO program

Online learning

Tuition reimbursement

Family health insurance

401k with match

Job summary

Aviata Health Group in Palm Harbor, FL is seeking an Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) to lead our infection-control program. You will work with center leadership to prevent infection spread and maintain a safe environment for residents and staff.

The ideal candidate holds an RN or LPN license with a Nursing Diploma and an Infection Control certification. This is a full-time opportunity with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Nursing Diploma with RN or LPN license from an accredited program.
• Certificate in Infection Control as required before serving in this role.
• Qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct the infection control program per standards and regulations.
• Help prevent and control transmission of infections within the center.
• Collaborate with leadership and medical director on goals and plans.
• Assess employees with open lesions or infections for work ability.
• Record and report infection surveillance to the QAPI committee.
• Drive innovative improvements to healthcare processes and systems.

Skills

Infection control knowledge

Healthcare teamwork

Education

RN license

LPN license

Nursing Diploma

Infection Control Certification

Job description

Location: Aviata at Countryside

3825 Countryside Blvd. Palm Harbor, FL 34684

Job Type: Full-Time Aviata Health Group is searching for an

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.

Aviata Health Group is searching for 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.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 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.

Aviata Health Group participates in background screenings provided by AHCA. For more information, please click on the link https://info.flclearinghouse.com/