RN Infection Control Nurse Parkside Villa

Parkside-Villa; Middleburg Heights (OH); Sur place; USD 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Résumé du poste

Parkside Villa in Middleburg Heights, OH is seeking an RN Infection Control Nurse to oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program.

You will develop surveillance activities, educate staff on prevention practices, and ensure CMS/CDC compliance while maintaining survey readiness in a long-term care setting.

The role collaborates with leadership and interdisciplinary teams, with full-time status and comprehensive benefits to support resident safety and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current, active RN license in good standing (state-specific)
• Minimum of 2 years nursing experience, preferably in long-term care or healthcare setting
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, CDC guidelines, and infection prevention standards
• Strong organizational, assessment, and communication skills
• Ability to analyze data and implement evidence-based practices

Responsabilités

• Develop, implement, and monitor the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program
• Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, investigation, and reporting of communicable diseases
• Ensure timely reporting to local and state health departments as required
• Monitor and educate staff on infection prevention practices, including hand hygiene, PPE, isolation precautions, and exposure management
• Review and update infection control policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory guidance
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, medical providers, and interdisciplinary teams to reduce infection risks
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Conduct audits related to infection control, environmental sanitation, and hand hygiene compliance
• Assist with outbreak management, containment, and documentation
• Educate residents and families on infection prevention as appropriate
• Support survey readiness and participate in regulatory surveys and plan-of-correction development

Connaissances

Infection control knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Staff education

Communication

Formation

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Outils

EMR systems

Description du poste

RN Infection Control Nurse

The RN Infection Control Nurse is responsible for overseeing the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program in accordance with state, federal, CMS, and CDC guidelines. This role focuses on reducing healthcare‑associated infections, ensuring regulatory compliance, educating staff, and maintaining continuous survey readiness in a long‑term care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program
• Conduct infection surveillance, tracking, investigation, and reporting of communicable diseases
• Ensure timely reporting to local and state health departments as required
• Monitor and educate staff on infection prevention practices, including hand hygiene, PPE, isolation precautions, and exposure management
• Review and update infection control policies and procedures in alignment with regulatory guidance
• Collaborate with nursing leadership, medical providers, and interdisciplinary teams to reduce infection risks
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Conduct audits related to infection control, environmental sanitation, and hand hygiene compliance
• Assist with outbreak management, containment, and documentation
• Educate residents and families on infection prevention as appropriate
• Support survey readiness and participate in regulatory surveys and plan‑of‑correction development

Required Qualifications

• Current, activeRegistered Nurse (RN) license in good standing (state‑specific)
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in long‑term care or healthcare setting
• Knowledge of CMS regulations, CDC guidelines, and infection prevention standards
• Strong organizational, assessment, and communication skills
• Ability to analyze data and implement evidence‑based practices

Preferred Qualifications

• Infection Prevention certification (CIC) or formal infection control training (preferred)
• Experience in long‑term care, skilled nursing, or post‑acute care
• Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems
• Experience with survey processes and regulatory compliance
• Experience participating in QAPI or performance improvement initiatives

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO)
• Supportive leadership and collaborative interdisciplinary team
• Opportunity to play a key role in resident safety, quality outcomes, and regulatory success

Parkside Vill a – Middleburg Heights

Rooted in the Community: Parkside Villa is a cornerstone of care in Middleburg Heights. We’re proud to serve our neighbors with heart, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.

Our Mission: “Our Family Caring for Yours” means treating every team member like family. We believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and growth-oriented environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally.

What We Offer Employees:

• A strong sense of purpose and community

• Opportunities to grow your career in skilled nursing, assisted living, rehab, long‑term care, and hospice

• Full‑time nurse practitioner support and interdisciplinary collaboration

• A workplace that values your unique contributions and encourages continuous learning

We See You as a Whole Person: Just like our residents, our team members have physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs. We’re committed to supporting your well‑being and helping you succeed.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all applicants for positions without the regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, or non-job related handicap or disability.