Nurse Supervisor/Infection Preventionist

Senior Health Care Facility; Natick (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Senior Health Care Facility in Natick, MA is seeking a Nurse Supervisor/Infection Preventionist to lead our nursing team and oversee the infection prevention program. The role blends clinical leadership with regulatory compliance to deliver high-quality resident care in a state-of-the-art skilled nursing and rehabilitation community.

The selected candidate will log and trend infections, chair the Antibiotic Stewardship Program, perform root-cause analyses, and audit staff competencies.

Qualifications

• Current MA RN license required.
• Long-term care experience preferred.
• Minimum 2 years as RN, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with focus on quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Logs, trends, and tracks facility and community acquired infections as Infection Preventionist.
• Chairs the facility Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
• Conducts routine root-cause analysis on hospitalizations and infections.
• Audits staff competencies related to infection control.
• Oversees daily nursing department operations and ensures timely, high-quality care.
• Manages a team of nurses, providing guidance and mentorship.
• Conducts regular assessments to identify areas for improvement and implements changes.
• Collaborates with social services, dining, activities to ensure comprehensive care.
• Develops and implements personalized resident care plans.
• Maintains accurate records and reports per regulatory standards.
• Assists with the new Admission process.
• Participates in on-call rotation, providing 24/7 resident support.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team management

Education

Massachusetts RN licensure

Job description

Nurse Supervisor/Infection Preventionist

Join our company, a leading provider of senior lifestyle and care, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. As a Nurse Supervisor/Infection Preventionist, you will lead our dedicated team of nurses in providing exceptional care to our residents in a state-of-the-art skilled nursing and rehabilitation community.

Responsibilities:

As a Certified Infection Preventionist, or willing to complete the infection preventionist certification, this candidate:

• Logs, trends, and tracks both facility and community acquired infections
• Chairs the facility Antibiotic Stewardship Program
• Conducts routine root-cause analysis on hospitalizations and infections
• Audit staff competencies as it relates to infection control

Additionally, as a Nurse Supervisor, you will:

• Oversees the daily operations of the nursing department, ensuring that all care is delivered in a timely and efficient manner
• Manages a team of nurses, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure high-quality care
• Conducts regular assessments and evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement changes as needed
• Collaborates with other departments, including social services, dining, and activities, to ensure a comprehensive approach to care
• Develops and implement personalized care plans for each resident, incorporating their unique needs and preferences
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date records and reports, adhering to regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Assists with the new Admission process
• Participates in on-call rotation, providing 24/7 support to residents and their families

Requirements:

• Current RN licensure in the state of Massachusetts
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with residents, families, and caregivers
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment, with a focus on quality and safety