Infection Preventionist RN

Accela Healthcare; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO and holidays

Leadership support

Professional development

Stable organization

Impact on resident safety

Job summary

The Alps at Wayne Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Wayne, NJ is seeking a full-time Infection Preventionist RN to lead the facility's infection prevention program on a day-to-day basis. You will collaborate with nursing leadership and the interdisciplinary team to maintain high standards of resident safety and quality of care.

The role requires an NJ RN license and formal IP training, with preferred experience in skilled nursing or long-term care settings.

Qualifications

• RN license in NJ required.
• Infection Preventionist training completed.
• IP experience in skilled nursing/long-term care preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of CDC/CMS/OSHA/state regs.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to educate and mentor clinical staff.
• EMR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program per CDC/CMS/OSHA/NJDOH guidelines.
• Perform ongoing surveillance for healthcare-associated infections and communicable diseases.
• Analyze infection data and trend rates; implement reduction strategies.
• Investigate outbreaks and coordinate interventions.
• Educate staff on infection prevention, isolation, hand hygiene, and PPE.
• Conduct audits to ensure regulatory compliance in infection control.
• Collaborate with Nursing leadership, Medical Director, QA committee, and interdisciplinary team.
• Support QAPI initiatives and maintain regulatory records.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Educational training

Education

New Jersey RN license

Infection Prevention training

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Lead Infection Prevention. Promote Clinical Excellence. Protect Our Residents.

The Alps at Wayne Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our leadership team as a Full-Time Infection Preventionist. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinically driven nurse who is passionate about infection prevention, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and resident safety within a skilled nursing and rehabilitation environment.

The Infection Preventionist is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program while working collaboratively with nursing leadership, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to maintain the highest standards of resident care.

Why Join The Alps at Wayne?

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Stable organization committed to clinical excellence
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on resident safety and quality of care

Responsibilities of Infection Prevention RN

• Oversee and manage the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with CDC, CMS, OSHA, and New Jersey Department of Health guidelines.
• Conduct ongoing surveillance for healthcare-associated infections and communicable diseases.
• Monitor, analyze, and trend infection data while implementing strategies to reduce infection rates.
• Investigate potential outbreaks and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Educate and train employees on infection prevention practices, isolation procedures, hand hygiene, and PPE.
• Conduct infection prevention audits and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, Quality Assurance Committee, and interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and required regulatory records.
• Stay current with evolving infection prevention guidelines and implement best practices throughout the facility.

Qualifications For IP Registered Nurse

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of New Jersey required.
• Successful completion of an Infection Preventionist training course is required.
• Previous Infection Prevention experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, long-term care, or healthcare setting strongly preferred.
• Thorough knowledge of CDC, CMS, OSHA, and state infection control regulations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to educate, mentor, and collaborate effectively with clinical staff.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

At The Alps at Wayne Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, we believe exceptional care begins with exceptional clinical leadership. As our Infection Preventionist, you'll play a vital role in protecting our residents, supporting our staff, and fostering a culture of safety and quality throughout the organization.

The Alps at Wayne Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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