Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN)

Aviata Health Group; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO & holidays

Online learning 24/7

Phone/auto discounts

Job summary

Aviata Health Group is seeking an Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) to lead and grow our infection prevention program. The role emphasizes patient- and family-centered care, teamwork, and building a culture that supports safe, high-quality care.

We are looking for a healthcare professional with business acumen and a passion for preventing infections, who can work with center leadership and the medical director to achieve annual goals and improve systems.

Qualifications

• Nursing licensure (RN or LPN) and infection control certification are required.
• Healthcare setting experience with infection prevention is preferred.
• Commitment to patient- and family-centered care and teamwork is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct the infection prevention program in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
• Help prevent and control the development and transmission of infections.
• Collaborate with leadership and medical director to set annual infection control goals.
• Assess employees with lesions or communicable diseases for work suitability and restrictions.
• Record, track, and report infection surveillance data to the QAPI committee.
• Develop and implement improvements to infection prevention processes.

Skills

Infection control knowledge

Education

RN nursing license (US)

LPN license

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology/epidemiology

Certification in Infection Control

Job description

Aviata Health Group is looking for a qualified Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) to join our family!

We are searching for an Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) to join our community that is a patient & family focused, team builder, and excited about the opportunity to assist in building a culture.

If you are an Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) that has business acumen, is team-oriented, driven, and excited about the opportunity to build a culture, then we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

• Pay rate: Competitive pay, along with holiday pay and paid time off (PTO) program.
• Access to online learning 24/7: Use it for free to help satisfy your specific licensure requirements, along with personal and professional development.
• Phone and auto discounts: Up to 20% on employee personal wireless accounts and auto rentals through designated vendors.
• Health insurance for the entire family!

Major Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of our Infection Control and Prevention Program in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our center to ensure that the center provides a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment.
• Help prevent and control the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.
• Collaborate with center leadership and the medical director to develop, implement, evaluate and re-evaluate the annual infection control and prevention goals and plans.
• Assess employees with open lesions or communicable disease for ability to work and any limitations or restrictions.
• Record, track and trend surveillance and investigation of infections; and actions taken to prevent and control spread of infections and report to center QAPI committee.
• Provide innovative, responsible healthcare with the creation and implementation of new ideas and concepts that continually improve systems and processes to achieve superior results.

Qualifications

Registered Nurse (RN)

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Diploma with associated RN license from an accredited college or university.
• Certificate/diploma or degree in nursing, or Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in microbiology or epidemiology; or Associate’s degree (or higher) in medical technology or clinical laboratory science; or completion of training in another related field such as that for physicians, pharmacists, and physician’s assistants.
• Certification in Infection Control as specified by Appendix PP at F880 is required prior to assuming the role in infection prevention and control.
• You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.

Licensed Practical Nurse

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Diploma with associated LPN license from an accredited college or university.
• Certificate/diploma or degree in nursing, or Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in microbiology or epidemiology; or Associate’s degree (or higher) in medical technology or clinical laboratory science; or completion of training in another related field such as that for physicians, pharmacists, and physician’s assistants.
• Certification in Infection Control as specified by Appendix PP at F880 is required prior to assuming the role in infection prevention and control.
• You must be qualified, compassionate, and dedicated to a job well done.

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Aviata Health Group participates in background screenings provided by AHCA. For more information, please click on the link https://info.flclearinghouse.com/