Infection Preventionist RN/LPN

Harborview Health Systems; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) managed by Merrill Lynch

DailyPay

Health Insurance

Dental

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Credits

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Harborview Health Systems is seeking an RN/LPN Infection Preventionist to support infection control programs and resident care initiatives. The role emphasizes immunization documentation, antibiotic-use monitoring, and adherence to infection control policies.

Ideal candidates hold an active RN/LPN license with infection control experience, preferably in long-term care, and will complete the Infection Preventionist course within 3 months of hire. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Active RN/LPN license in good standing in the state of practice.
• Infection Control experience required.
• Prior LTC RN/LPN experience preferred or equivalent education/experience.
• Infection Preventionist course to be completed within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess resident status and develop care plans to improve outcomes.
• Administer and document resident immunizations.
• Monitor, document and report antibiotic use.
• Monitor and report on bowel and bladder care program.
• Conduct rounds to ensure compliance with infection control standards.

Skills

RN/LPN Infection Prevention

Infection Control

LTC RN/LPN experience

Education

RN/LPN license

Job description

RN/LPN - Infection Preventionist

Top pay and benefits!

Who we are

As a faith-based organization, our mission is simple but powerful: to care for the caregiver so they can in turn care for our residents.

We offer top pay and benefits in a positive work environment.

The Opportunity

We are currently seeking a dedicated RN/LPN Infection Preventionist

What You Will Do

• The Infection Preventionist must utilize strong organizational and leadership skills to assess resident status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement resident care plans to enhance and improve outcomes.

• The Infection Preventionist administers and documents Resident immunizations

• The Infection Preventionist monitors, documents and reports on antibiotic use

• The Infection Preventionist monitors, documents and reports on Bowel & Bladder program

• The Infection Preventionist makes rounds to ensure compliance with Infection Control standards and policies.

• The Infection Preventionist participates in Quarterly QAPI meetings

What You Must Have

• Active RN/LPN license in good standing in the state of practice.

• Formal working knowledge; Infection Control experience Required

• Prior experience as LTC RN/LPN preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must complete Infection Preventionist course within 3 months of hire

Benefits - Things we want you to know

• We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • 401(k) managed by Merrill Lynch
  • DailyPay
  • Health Insurance with Anthem Blue Cross or Cigna
  • Dental, Life, Vision, and Disability Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Continuing Education Credits
  • Career advancement opportunities!