Staff Development Infection Control Nurse

RegalCare at Greenfield; Sudbury (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Bear Mountain at Sudbury is seeking an experienced Staff Development Infection Control Nurse to promote a culture of quality patient care and robust infection control practices across the facility. The role emphasizes education, audits, and collaboration with the Infection Prevention and Control Committee.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years as an LPN/RN and strong knowledge of regulatory standards, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills to educate and engage staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in infection control and healthcare regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for teaching staff.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and identify gaps in practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement infection control practices across departments ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Provide educational training on infection control and hand hygiene to staff.
• Conduct audits and create corrective action plans.
• Collaborate with Infection Prevention and Control Committee on policies and procedures.
• Address knowledge gaps and develop targeted training programs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety.

Skills

Infection control

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

LPN or RN license

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Staff Development Infection Control Nurse to join our team at Bear Mountain at Sudbury. As a valued member of our team, you will be responsible for promoting a culture of quality patient care and infection control practices throughout our facility. If you are dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and committed to continuous learning and professional development, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective infection control practices across all departments, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
• Provide educational training and resources to staff members on infection control principles, proper hand hygiene practices, and other related topics
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement in infection control practices and develop corrective action plans as needed
• Collaborate with the Infection Prevention and Control Committee to develop and implement evidence-based infection control policies and procedures
• Identify and address gaps in staff knowledge and skills related to infection control, and develop targeted training programs to improve competencies
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and performance improvement projects to enhance patient safety and outcomes

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a LPN/RN Nurse
• Strong understanding of infection control principles, regulatory requirements, and industry standards
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate and engage staff members
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and address gaps in infection control practices

What We Offer

• A dynamic and supportive work environment that values professional growth and development
• Opportunities for career advancement and continuing education
• Competitive compensation and benefits package (details to be provided)