RN Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse

Premier Healthcare LLC; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyomissing Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a full-time RN Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse to coordinate and implement infection control practices across our 103-bed facility. The role includes surveys, policy development, and training to improve patient safety and care quality.

The educator will collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, stay current with best practices, and help reduce infection rates while supporting a safe, clean environment for residents and staff.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Prior experience in staff education/infection control or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of infection control practices and protocols.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine surveys and assessments to identify potential infection control risks and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• Develop and implement infection control policies and procedures, including protocols for isolation precautions, hand hygiene, and standard precautions.
• Educate staff on infection control practices and protocols, and provide ongoing training and feedback.
• Collaborate with the facility's infection control team to develop and implement effective infection control measures.
• Monitor and report infection rates, and work with the quality improvement team to develop and implement interventions to reduce infections.
• Participate in facility-wide initiatives to improve patient safety and satisfaction.
• Develop and implement educational programs for nursing staff, focusing on topics such as patient safety, infection control, and evidence-based practice.
• Conduct observational evaluations of nursing staff to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted training plans.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to develop and implement staff development initiatives.
• Stay current with industry developments and best practices in nursing education and patient care.

Skills

Infection control knowledge

Staff education

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

RN license (PA)

Job description

RN Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse

At Wyomissing Health and Rehabilitation Center, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our patients and a supportive work environment for our staff. As a RN Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our patients, while also contributing to the overall quality and safety of our facility.

About the RN Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse:

As a full-time RN Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse, you will be responsible for the coordination and implementation of infection control practices and policies across our 103-bed facility. This includes conducting routine surveys, identifying and addressing potential risks, and developing and implementing measures to prevent and control the spread of infections. You will collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to ensure that all patients receive high-quality care in a safe and clean environment.

RN Staff Educator/Infection Control Nurse Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine surveys and assessments to identify potential infection control risks and develop strategies to mitigate them

• Develop and implement infection control policies and procedures, including protocols for isolation precautions, hand hygiene, and standard precautions

• Educate staff on infection control practices and protocols, and provide ongoing training and feedback

• Collaborate with the facility's infection control team to develop and implement effective infection control measures

• Monitor and report infection rates, and work with the quality improvement team to develop and implement interventions to reduce infections

• Participate in facility-wide initiatives to improve patient safety and satisfaction

• Develop and implement educational programs for nursing staff, focusing on topics such as patient safety, infection control, and evidence-based practice

• Conduct observational evaluations of nursing staff to identify areas for improvement and develop targeted training plans

• Collaborate with nursing leadership to develop and implement staff development initiatives

• Stay current with industry developments and best practices in nursing education and patient care

RN Staff Educator/Infection Control Nursee Requirements:

• Current RN license in the state of Pennsylvania
• Prior experience in staff educatoon/infection control or a related field
• Strong knowledge of infection control practices and protocols
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines

Why Join Us:

Wyomissing Health and Rehabilitation Center offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Our soon-to-be renovated facility will offer state-of-the-art equipment and amenities, and our convenient location provides easy access to local hospitals and specialists. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and committed to patient safety, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.