Infection Preventionist, RN

Genesis; Sistersville (WV); On-site; USD 74,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an Infection Preventionist, RN, where you will oversee infection control programs and educate staff. This role offers competitive pay, sign-on bonuses, and a supportive work environment focused on quality care.

Benefits

Sign on Bonus

Tuition Assistance

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with RN licensure.
• Minimum of three years full-time nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the nursing center's Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Provide infection prevention training for new hires.
• Develop and maintain the IPCP.

Skills

Infection Prevention

Education Program Development

Consultation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Registered Nurse Licensure

Job description

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Base pay range

$74,880.00/yr - $83,200.00/yr

Overview

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At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the nursing center's Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP) and functions as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator and facilitator for staff in multiple locations focusing on the following areas: Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and Employee Health.

• Support new hire orientation by providing infection prevention and control training for newly hired employees.
• Create and implement education programs in response to identified infection control needs identified through QAPI, rounding, center quality measures, or other means.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain the IPCP to ensure the quality of patient care as it relates to the investigation, control, and prevention of infections and communicable diseases within the nursing center.
  
  

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing. 8 RN, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must complete specialized training in infection prevention and control within 90 days of hire.
• A minimum of three years full-time or equivalent nursing experience is required.
• Must be able to work flexible hours in order to meet with employees working evening and night
  
  

shifts.

Benefits

• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive (DEI) workplace with DEI committee. DEI is a part of our company's DNA.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Nursing Tuition Assistance Program
  
  

We Also Offer Several Voluntary Insurances, Such As

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage
  
  

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range

USD $74,880.00 - USD $83,200.00 /Yr.

Bonus

USD $10,000.00

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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