RN Infection Preventionist

Excelsior Care Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical & Dental Coverage

Generous PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Company perks and discounts

Job summary

Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Flushing, NY, is seeking an experienced RN Infection Preventionist to oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) program and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while protecting residents, staff, and visitors.

The role requires an active New York RN license, CIC certification, and minimum 1 year of nursing home or skilled nursing facility experience.

Qualifications

• Active NY RN license is required.
• CIC or Infection Preventionist certification is required.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing home or skilled nursing facility experience.
• Knowledge of CDC, CMS and NYSDOH guidelines.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to educate staff and lead IPC initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the facility's IPC program.
• Develop, implement and maintain infection prevention policies.
• Conduct surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and analyze trends.
• Investigate outbreaks and implement interventions to reduce transmission.
• Educate staff on infection prevention and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor compliance with infection control protocols through audits.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve resident outcomes.
• Participate in QAPI meetings and resident care conferences.
• Maintain infection surveillance records and reporting.
• Serve as liaison with local/state public health agencies.

Skills

IPC leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Staff education

Auditing

Education

RN license (NY)

CIC Certification

Job description

RN Infection Preventionist

Facility: Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Location: Flushing, NY
Position: RN Infection Preventionist
Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift
Salary: $125,000–$130,000 annually, based on experience

Join Our Team as an RN Infection Preventionist!

Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a dedicated, detail-oriented, and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist to join our clinical leadership team. In this essential role, you will oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations while promoting a safe and healthy environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the facility's Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program.


• Develop, implement, and maintain infection prevention policies and procedures.


• Conduct ongoing surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and analyze infection trends.


• Investigate outbreaks and implement appropriate interventions to reduce transmission.


• Educate and train staff on infection prevention practices, standard precautions, and regulatory requirements.


• Monitor compliance with infection control protocols through audits and observations.


• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve resident outcomes and maintain regulatory compliance.


• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) meetings and resident care conferences.


• Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and infection surveillance records.


• Serve as the facility's liaison with local and state public health agencies regarding reportable diseases and outbreaks.


• Stay current on CDC, CMS, and New York State Department of Health infection prevention guidelines and ensure facility compliance.

Qualifications

• Active New York Registered Nurse (RN) license required.


• Infection Prevention Certification (CIC) or Infection Preventionist certification required.


• Minimum of 1 year of nursing home or skilled nursing facility experience required.


• Previous experience in infection prevention or quality assurance is strongly preferred.


• Strong knowledge of infection prevention regulations and best practices.


• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.


• Ability to educate staff, monitor compliance, and lead infection prevention initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary


• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage


• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)


• 401(k) Retirement Plan


• Employee Recognition Program


• Supportive, team-oriented work environment


• Company perks and employee discounts

If you're passionate about protecting the health and well-being of residents and staff through exceptional infection prevention practices, we encourage you to apply today and become part of the Cypress Garden Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation team.

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