Registered Nurse - Infection Preventionist

Aspire Senior Living; Pleasant Hill (MO); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive Wage Rates

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay

New Paid Maternity Leave

Medical, Dental & Vision, Life + more

Advancement Opportunities

Exclusive Aspire Senior Living Perks

Résumé du poste

Aspire Senior Living Pleasant Hill is seeking an Infection Preventionist Nurse (RN) to join our team in Pleasant Hill, Missouri. You will lead infection prevention efforts, develop policies, and educate staff to ensure high-quality personal care for residents.

Qualified candidates hold an RN license in Missouri, a Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field, and at least 2 years in infection prevention or control.

Qualifications

• RN license in Missouri in good standing
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in infection prevention or infection control
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with OSHA, CDC, and CMS guidelines

Responsabilités

• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement infection prevention strategies
• Conduct risk assessments and surveillance to identify infection risks and mitigate them
• Develop and maintain infection prevention policies and ensure regulatory compliance
• Educate and train staff on infection prevention best practices
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives
• Build relationships with local healthcare providers and public health agencies

Connaissances

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Infection prevention

Regulatory familiarity

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

Description du poste

Infection Preventionist Nurse (RN)

About the Role:

Aspire Senior Living Pleasant Hill, a premier resident-focused care provider, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Infection Preventionist Nurse to join our team in Pleasant Hill, Missouri. As a key member of our healthcare team, Infection Preventionist Nurse will play a vital role in ensuring the highest quality personal care services are delivered to our residents. With a focus on enhancing the lives of everyone we touch, we are committed to providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere that promotes health, wellness, and dignity.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement effective infection prevention strategies, promoting a culture of vigilant infection control practices throughout the community

• Conduct risk assessments and surveillance activities to identify potential infection risks and develop targeted interventions to mitigate them

• Develop and maintain infection prevention policies, procedures, and guidelines, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards

• Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention best practices, ensuring all staff members are equipped to prevent and manage infections effectively

• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement initiatives, analyzing data and implementing changes to optimize infection prevention outcomes

• Develop and maintain relationships with local healthcare providers and public health agencies to stay informed about emerging infections and potential threats

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing in Missouri

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in infection prevention, nurses' education, and/or infection control

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with staff, residents, and families

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data and develop effective solutions

• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations, including OSHA, CDC, and CMS guidelines

What We Offer:

• Competitive Wage Rates

• 401(k)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay

• New Paid Maternity Leave

• Medical, Dental & Vision, Life Insurance + more

• Advancement Opportunities

• Exclusive Aspire Senior Living Employee Perks