Nurse Supervisor/Infection Preventionist

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

Job summary

Aperion Care in Natick, MA is seeking a Nurse Supervisor/Infection Preventionist to lead our nursing team and safeguard resident health in a state-of-the-art skilled nursing and rehabilitation community. The Nurse Supervisor will oversee daily nursing operations, mentor staff, and develop personalized care plans while ensuring infection prevention programs are compliant and effective.

The role requires active RN licensure in Massachusetts and strong leadership, communication, and regulatory

Qualifications

• 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.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Logs, trends, and tracks 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.
• Oversees the daily operations of the nursing department and ensures timely, high-quality care.
• Manages a team of nurses and provides mentorship and support.
• Conducts regular assessments to identify areas for improvement and implements changes.
• Collaborates with social services, dining, and activities for comprehensive resident care.
• Develops and implements personalized care plans for each resident.
• Maintains accurate records and reports, adhering to regulatory requirements.
• Assists with the new Admission process.
• Participates in on-call rotation, providing 24/7 resident support.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentorship

Communication

Infection prevention

Regulatory compliance

Education

MA 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