IP Nurse

Little-Village-Nursing-and-Rehabilitation-Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Chicago, IL, is seeking an IP Nurse to lead infection prevention programs and staff training. You will develop and evaluate infection control initiatives to protect residents and staff in a 106-bed facility.

The ideal candidate holds an Illinois RN license, a BSN or related degree, and at least one year of IPC experience, with a focus on surveillance and education.

Qualifications

• Licensed registered nurse in Illinois.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• At least 1 year of infection prevention and control experience.
• Proficiency in infection prevention and control principles and practices.
• Ability to educate staff and lead training programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate infection prevention and control programs.
• Conduct surveillance of infections and antibiotic use to identify trends.
• Educate staff on hand hygiene, masking, and disinfection procedures.
• Collaborate with quality improvement to address identified gaps.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention regulations and guidelines.

Skills

Infection prevention

Regulatory compliance

Education & training

Surveillance & monitoring

Quality improvement

Hand hygiene & disinfection

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

IP Nurse - Join Our Team of Dedicated Healthcare Professionals at Little Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center!

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced IP Nurse to join our team at Little Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a 106-bed skilled nursing and psychiatric facility located in the heart of Chicago, Illinois. As a key member of our infection prevention team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and safety of our residents and staff.

About the Role:

As an IP Nurse, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating infection prevention and control programs to prevent and control the spread of infections. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Infection Prevention and Control: Develop, implement, and evaluate infection prevention and control programs to prevent and control the spread of infections.
• Surveillance and Monitoring: Conduct surveillance and monitoring of infections, including monitoring of antibiotic use, to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Education and Training: Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention and control practices, including proper hand hygiene, masking, and disinfection procedures.
• Quality Improvement: Collaborate with the quality improvement team to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies to address them.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control regulations, standards, and guidelines.

Requirements:

• Infection Preventionist: Proficiency in infection prevention and control principles and practices.
• Licensure: Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Illinois.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Experience: One year of experience in infection prevention and control or a related field.

Why Join Our Team:

At Little Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, we are committed to providing outstanding and innovative healthcare in an environment that remembers the importance of the individual and family. Our guiding principle is to provide exceptional care while maintaining a nurturing spirit and a commitment to quality.