RN Infection Control Preventions

CareRite Centers, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Insurance

Fringe Benefits

Employee Perks

KinderCare Discount

Plum Benefits

Job summary

The Riverside Rehab is seeking an RN Infection Control Preventionist to join their team in New York. The role involves coordinating infection prevention goals, working with facility leaders and external agencies, and overseeing infection prevention, epidemiology, and safety programs.

Strong leadership and RN licensure are required, with flexibility for evenings and weekends. Responsibilities include surveillance of healthcare-associated infections, quality assurance for nursing, and

Qualifications

• Must have a current RN license for the state of practice.
• 2 years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility preferred.
• Completion of post-secondary education and ability to read, write, and follow directions.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
• Related experience at a level necessary to accomplish this position.
• Must be able to adjust to a flexible schedule including evenings, nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Education

RN license (New York)

Job description

RN Infection Control Preventions

The Riverside Rehab is looking to hire a Infection Control Preventionist to join their wonderful team.

Job Description:

• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary
• Reports to DIrector of Nursing and help to develop, implement and evaluate annual infection prevention goals and action plan
• Partners with facility leaders, physicians, local, state, and national agencies on activities related to infection prevention
• Oversees the operations of the infection prevention, epidemiology, industrial hygiene, and relevant safety programs
• Accountable for surveillance of healthcare acquired and community acquired infections
• Maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the nursing unit
• Develop methods for coordination of nursing services with other resident services to ensure the continuity of the residents total regimen of care
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must have a current RN license for the state of practice.
• 2 years of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility preferred
• Completion of post-secondary education and be able to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance as requires.
• Related experience at a level necessary to accomplish this position.
• Must be able to adjust to a flexible schedule to include evenings, nights and weekend work hours.

Salary Range:

$45-$50 an Hour (Based on Experience) (Salaried Employee)

Benefits:

• Highly competitive salary
• Insurance
• Fringe Benefits
• Employee Perks
• KinderCare Discount
• Plum Benefits (Discounted tickets to destinations and attractions)

An Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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