Infection Preventionist (RN)

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Stafford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan (10% defined contrib.)

Professional training & mentorship

Career growth opportunities

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Meaningful resident care impact

Job summary

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Stafford Springs, CT, is seeking an Infection Preventionist to develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control programs across the facility. You will educate staff, oversee antimicrobial stewardship, participate in QA activities, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations while providing a safe environment for residents.

This full-time role offers a collaborative, compassionate workplace and opportunities for

Qualifications

• RN license (state nursing license) is required.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing or epidemiology, biology, or microbiology.
• Infection Control Certification is required prior to assuming the role.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of infection prevention and control program to identify and prevent infections for residents and staff.
• Review, update and direct implementation of infection control policies and procedures.
• Oversee antimicrobial stewardship, employee health, and universal influenza programs.

Skills

Infection control

Surveillance

Education/Training

Communication

Teamwork

Education

RN license (state nursing license)

Bachelor's degree in nursing or epidemiology

Infection Control Certification

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!

Location

205 Chestnut Hill Road, Stafford Springs, Connecticut, 06076

What You’ll Do

As an Infection Preventionist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control programs. You will be practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all staff to ensure a safe environment throughout our facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide oversight of infection control and prevention program to identify and prevent the spread of infections for residents and staff
• Review, update and direct the implementation of infection control & prevention policies and procedures
• Oversee the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, the Employee Health Program and Universal Influenza Program
• Serve as a member of the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee
• Ensure compliance to new hire screening, documentation and immunization reporting per state and federal regulatory requirements
• Perform rounds to identify potential hazards, monitor infection control practices, identify educational needs and evaluate compliance with standard and transmission based precautions
• Develop and deliver staff education programs to all staff
• Track, analyze and present surveillance trends and develop action plans in conjunction with QAPI process
• Maintain records and reporting as required by state and federal regulations

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications of an Infection Preventionist include:

• Valid state nursing license
• Degree in nursing, epidemiology, biology, microbiology
• Infection Control and Prevention Certification is required prior to assuming the role
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
• Strong clinical, organizational, and decision-making skills
• Experience in a Long-Term Care or similar healthcare setting preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National's centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.