Join our dynamic care team at Marlborough Hills Rehabilitation & Health Care Center! As an Infection Preventionist (Infection Control Nurse), you will play a crucial role in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our residents and staff.
About the Role:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Infection Control Nurse to join our team. As an ICN, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, coordinating, directing, and evaluating our Infection Control Program and its components to ensure an effective Infection Prevention & Control Program is maintained. This role requires a strong understanding of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic techniques, as well as excellent communication and leadership skills.
Shift is Monday-Friday with weekly pay ranging from $38 to $50, depending on licensure and experience. Can be an LPN or RN.
Responsibilities:
โข Maintain, execute, and oversee the comprehensive Infection Control and Prevention Program
โข Communicate and inform the Infection Control and Prevention Committee of any Infection-related issue via Quarterly Medical Staff/QA reports
โข Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation related to the Infection Control & Prevention Program and Skin Integrity Program
โข Evaluate the status of Infection-related practices in the facility via monthly surveillance rounds
โข Maintain updated community awareness of potentially threatening infections
โข Assist in the education of employees in Infection Control Practices, Policies, and Procedures
โข Coordinate and report on the Annual OSHA Sharps survey
Requirements:
โข Possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing, college or university
โข Possess a current, unencumbered license to practice nursing in this state and be CPR-certified
โข Possess training or current experience in wound care
โข Certification in infection control and/or wound care preferred, but not necessary
โข Two years of Infection Control/Wound Care experience preferred
โข Must have as a minimum, two (2) years clinical experience in a long-term care facility
โข Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices
โข Working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic techniques to include Standard Precautions
Additional Requirements:
โข Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
โข Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions in a timely manner
โข Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents and staff
Benefits:
Competitive and Weekly Pay
Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
Career Advancement Opportunities
Exclusive Employer Discount Program
Available for Eligible Team Members:
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Vacation and Personal Time
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Tide Health New England and its managed facilities follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).