Infection Preventionist (RN) - Lead Resident Safety

Evergreen Center for Health & Rehabilitation

Storrs (CT)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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10% retirement plan

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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 serve as practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all staff, ensuring a safe environment and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications include nursing license and relevant degrees; certification required; join a caring, multidisciplinary team committed to

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 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