Infection Preventionist RN - Lead Quality & Safety

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Suffield (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Training and mentorship

Professional growth

Supportive environment

Job summary

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Stafford Springs, CT, is seeking an Infection Preventionist to develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention programs across the facility. You will serve as a practitioner, educator, consultant, and facilitator for staff, ensuring a safe environment and compliance with regulatory requirements while partnering with the Quality and Assurance teams.

This role offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Job description

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation in Stafford Springs, CT, is seeking an Infection Preventionist to develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention programs across the facility. You will serve as a practitioner, educator, consultant, and facilitator for staff, ensuring a safe environment and compliance with regulatory requirements while partnering with the Quality and Assurance teams.

This role offers a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and a