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ScionHealth

Infection Control Employee Health Nurse

Dallas, TX · On-site

$74K - $98K/yr

Infection Control Nurse Kindred Hospital Dallas Central and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) provide specialized care for patients with complex medical needs. Our long-term acute care hospital (LTACH ...

Greenview LLC

Infection Control

Waco, TX · On-site

Interpret infection control policies and procedures as necessary. Maintain a reference library of ... Make rounds to nursing units for the purpose of case findings, review of environmental sanitation ...

ScionHealth

Infection Control/EE Health Nurse

El Paso, TX · On-site

$67K - $90K/yr

Experience * Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing. * Experience in Infection Control with basic knowledge of the principles of epidemiology and ...

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What is the difference between Temporary Infection Control Nurse vs Infection Prevention Nurse?

AspectTemporary Infection Control NurseInfection Prevention Nurse
CertificationsRN license, Infection Control Certification (CIC)RN license, Infection Control Certification (CIC)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, temporary assignmentsHospitals, outpatient facilities, public health
Employer UsageStaffing agencies, temporary rolesPermanent staff, healthcare organizations

Both roles require RN licensure and Infection Control Certification. Temporary Infection Control Nurses typically work in short-term or contract positions across various healthcare settings, focusing on immediate infection control needs. Infection Prevention Nurses usually hold permanent roles, developing and implementing infection prevention programs within healthcare facilities. While their core skills overlap, the main difference lies in employment type and scope of responsibilities.

How do I become a temporary infection control nurse?

To become a temporary infection control nurse, you typically need to hold a registered nurse (RN) license, gain experience in infection prevention or healthcare settings, and often obtain certification such as the Certification in Infection Control (CIC). Employers may also require knowledge of infection control protocols, OSHA standards, and the ability to adapt to different healthcare environments on a temporary basis.

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Infection Control/Employee Health Nurse

ScionHealth

Mcallen, TX • On-site

$70K - $94K/yr

Other

Posted 13 days ago

ScionHealth rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 49 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

808th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Infection Control Nurse

Solara Specialty Hospitals McAllen is a long-term acute care (LTAC) hospital specializing in the treatment of patients recovering from post-intensive care and medically complex conditions. Our hospital provides both intensive care and telemetry-level services, offering advanced monitoring and support for patients requiring extended medical care. With a multidisciplinary team dedicated to personalized treatment plans, we focus on helping patients achieve significant recovery and transition to the next level of care.

Consults with physicians, managers, and staff for the management of infectious and/or immunosuppressed patients.

Essential Functions

  • Develops, implements, and continually monitors the infection control policies and procedures for all departments.
  • Implements a surveillance system for detecting and monitoring hospital acquired and community infections. Ensures compliance to regulatory requirements.
  • Provides physicians and staff with updates of infection control policy changes.
  • Investigates outbreaks or clusters of infections. Monitors, analyzes, and interprets bacteriology reports and infection statistics, recommends appropriate control measures to prevent dissemination of resistant microorganisms and pathogens.
  • Consults with physicians, managers, and staff for the management of infectious and/or immunosuppressed patients.
  • Participates in Infection Control Committees.
  • Collaborates with local and state health departments in the prevention, control, and appropriate reporting of communicable diseases.
  • Participates in ongoing infection control educational programs for employees, including TB, HIV/Hep/Universal Precautions. May educate patients as necessary.
  • Acts as a resource person for staff concerning infection control.
  • Undertakes regular infection control audits and appropriate

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

  • Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%.
  • Must read, write and speak fluent English.
  • Must have good and regular attendance.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor's Degree in nursing.
  • Master's degree in clinical specialty preferred.
  • Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for education requirements.

Licenses/Certifications

  • Current State RN license required.
  • BLS Certification required.
  • ICP or related certification preferred.

Experience

  • Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing.
  • Experience in Infection Control with basic knowledge of the principles of epidemiology and infections, diseases, sterilization, sanitation, and disinfection practice preferred.

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