Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater; West Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater is seeking an RN Infection Preventionist to monitor infection control and lead prevention efforts across the facility.

The role requires an active RN license, specialized IPC training, and experience in geriatrics; the IP will analyze HAI data, educate staff, and work with all departments.

Qualifications

• Nursing diploma or higher required.
• Active RN license in state in good standing.
• Specialized IPC training beyond basic nursing education.
• Geriatrics experience preferred or beneficial.
• State-required IPC certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate infection data and assess impacts on resident care and outcomes.
• Collect, prepare, and analyze Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) data.
• Present infection data and recommendations for action to staff and leadership.
• Monitor staff compliance with infection control standards and barriers.
• Prepare and present education for staff, residents, and families.
• Serve as a resource to all departments and personnel on IPC matters.

Skills

Geriatrics experience

Infection Prevention knowledge

CDC guidelines familiarity

Education

Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)

Licensed/registered RN in applicable State

Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training

Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse)

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater

Live the Mission

Life Care Center of West Bridgewater won the Best Nursing Home Award for both short and long-term care from U.S. News and World report for 2021-2022.
CMS 5-Star Rating

The RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data. Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions. Monitors associate compliance with infection control standards through use of barriers and infection prevention measures. Prepares and presents education for the staff, residents, and families. Serves as a resource to all departments and personnel.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
• Licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in goodstanding throughout employment.
• Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role. If afacility's resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additionaltraining for the change in the facility’s scope of care.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred
• Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse)

Specific Job Requirements

• Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agenciesincluding the CDC
• Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDCrecommendations
• Works onsite at the physical facility. May not be an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate location such as acorporate office or affiliated short term acute care facility
• Holds responsibility for the development and accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program
• Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices
• Performs work within the scope of his/her license
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, andguidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the InfectionPrevention and Control Program
• Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code ofConduct and other appropriate compliance training