Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN)

Aviata Health Group; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay rate: Competitive pay, along with

Access to online learning 24/7: Use it

Phone and auto discounts

Health insurance for the entire family

Job summary

Aviata Health Group in Florida is seeking an Infection Preventionist (RN or LPN) to lead our infection control program in a patient- and family-focused setting. The role emphasizes building a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

You will collaborate with center leadership and the medical director to plan, implement, and evaluate annual infection control goals, monitor transmissions, and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Qualifications

• RN or LPN licensure is required.
• Nursing diploma or higher is required with appropriate licensure.
• Certification in Infection Control as specified by Appendix PP at F880 is required prior to infection prevention responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, develop, and direct the infection prevention program to ensure a safe and sanitary environment.
• Help prevent and control the development and transmission of infections.
• Collaborate with leadership and the medical director to develop annual infection control goals and plans.
• Assess employees with open lesions or infectious conditions for work eligibility.
• Record, track, and report infection surveillance and actions to prevent spread to QAPI.
• Innovate and implement new ideas to continually improve systems and processes.

Education

RN license or LPN license

Nursing diploma

Bachelor’s degree in microbiology or epidemiology

Associate’s degree in medical technology or clinical laboratory science

Infection Control Certification (Appendix PP at F880)

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/