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Senior Lifestyle

Assistant Director of Nursing

Gorham, ME

$74K - $99K/yr

... direct care nursing staff with admissions, transfers, and the discharge of residents ... Monitor and follow-up with falls, infection control, skin issues, unusual occurrences, medication ...

Senior Lifestyle

Assistant Director of Nursing

Gorham, ME · On-site

$74K - $99K/yr

... direct care nursing staff with admissions, transfers, and the discharge of residents ... Monitor and follow-up with falls, infection control, skin issues, unusual occurrences, medication ...

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What does a director infection control do?

A Director of Infection Control oversees infection prevention and control programs within healthcare facilities. They develop policies, ensure compliance with regulations, and educate staff on best practices to minimize infection risks. They also analyze infection data, respond to outbreaks, and collaborate with hospital leadership to enhance patient safety. Their role is critical in preventing healthcare-associated infections and promoting a safe environment for patients and staff.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the director infection control position?

To thrive as a Director Infection Control, you need an in-depth knowledge of infection prevention protocols, epidemiology, and healthcare regulations, usually backed by a degree in nursing, microbiology, or public health as well as certification such as CIC (Certification in Infection Control). Familiarity with surveillance software, data analysis tools, and hospital accreditation standards is highly beneficial. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills are crucial for guiding teams and implementing infection control strategies organization-wide. These abilities ensure the development, execution, and continuous improvement of programs that protect patients, staff, and communities from infectious risks.

What are the most common challenges faced by a director infection control and how is success measured in this role?

Directors of Infection Control often face challenges such as managing outbreaks, ensuring compliance with evolving regulatory standards, and fostering a culture of infection prevention among diverse healthcare professionals. Success in this role is typically measured by the reduction of healthcare-associated infection rates, audit outcomes, and effective response to incidents. Collaboration across multiple departments and continuous staff education are crucial parts of the job. If you enjoy analytical work and are proactive about process improvement, this dynamic leadership position can be both demanding and rewarding.

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Infection Control/Nurse Educator

Mount Joseph at Waterville

Waterville, ME • On-site

$70 - $90/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Infection Control Nurse / Nurse Educator

Department: Nursing

Reports To: Director of Nursing

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary

The Infection Control Nurse / Nurse Educator is responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP) in accordance with CMS F-880, CDC guidelines, OSHA standards, and state regulations.

This position also serves as the facility’s Nurse Educator, responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering clinical education and competency validation for licensed nurses, CNAs, medication technicians, and ancillary staff in the long-term care and skilled nursing environment.

This role supports resident safety, regulatory compliance, quality improvement (QAPI), and staff competency.

Primary Responsibilities

Infection Prevention & Control (CMS F-880)

  • Develop, implement, and update the Infection Prevention and Control Plan annually.
  • Conduct ongoing surveillance of infections including UTIs, pneumonia, wound infections, GI illness, respiratory outbreaks, and MDROs.
  • Track and trend infection data monthly and report to QAPI committee.
  • Maintain NHSN reporting as applicable.
  • Monitor and support the antibiotic stewardship program.
  • Conduct daily clinical rounds to identify signs and symptoms of infection.
  • Ensure appropriate isolation precautions (standard, contact, droplet).
  • Monitor and document outbreak investigations.
  • Report communicable diseases per CDC and state guidelines.
  • Ensure compliance with CMS, OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens standards, and CDC Infection Prevention Guidelines.
  • Audit hand hygiene compliance, PPE use, cleaning and disinfection practices, refrigerator temperature logs, sharps disposal, and biohazard storage.
  • Conduct routine environmental rounds with EVS.

Nurse Educator Responsibilities

  • Conduct general orientation for new nursing staff.
  • Provide infection control education during onboarding.
  • Validate return demonstrations and clinical competencies.
  • Develop annual education calendar.
  • Provide required annual competencies including infection control, hand hygiene, isolation precautions, bloodborne pathogens, medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, change in condition/SBAR, and abuse & neglect prevention.
  • Maintain staff education files and competency records.
  • Validate competencies such as glucometer use, code cart checks, oxygen safety, PEG tube care, catheter care, wound care treatments, and isolation set-up.
  • Provide remediation and performance coaching as needed.

Quality Assurance & QAPI

  • Participate in QAPI meetings.
  • Provide infection trend data with analysis.
  • Develop corrective action plans for identified infection trends.
  • Lead performance improvement projects related to infection reduction.

Collaboration

  • Collaborate with Medical Director, Director of Nursing, Unit Managers, EVS, Dietary, and Therapy departments.
  • Serve as clinical resource to nursing staff.

Documentation & Record Keeping

  • Maintain infection logs and surveillance reports.
  • Maintain education attendance records and competency checklists.
  • Prepare documentation for state and federal surveys.
Qualifications
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
  • Minimum 2–3 years long term care experience preferred.
  • Infection Preventionist training preferred.
  • Knowledge of CDC guidelines and CMS regulations.
  • Strong leadership and teaching skills.
Performance Expectations
  • Maintain infection rates at or below national benchmarks.
  • Ensure 100% annual competency compliance.
  • Demonstrate regulatory readiness.
  • Provide consistent clinical leadership presence on units.


Benefits

  • Medical/dental/vision/401k
  • PTO accrual
  • Aflac (employee paid)
  • $10,000 sign on bonus paid out according to MJW policy
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