Infection Control & Staff Development Nurse

We are seeking a Staffing Development/Infection Control Nurse for our senior care community that will assist in training and educating staff as well as develop infection prevention assessments to help maintain a safe and healthy environment for our staff and residents.

The Woodlands won Best Place to Work in the Greenville Best of the Upstate awards in 2023! We pride ourselves on our staff engagement and culture, and we would love for you to join our team! You can also have free unlimited use of onsite Fitness Center! Employee Appreciation events and bonuses! Free Staff Health & Wellness clinic! Weekly pay! Employee meal program! Staff Hardship programs!

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the DON, the Education/Compliance/Infection Control Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for coordinating, scheduling, and facilitating training and development for nursing employees, ensuring survey compliance for all licensed areas and oversees the infection control process. Assists the Director of Nursing to direct health related services for theNursing Center, Assisted Living and Memory Support units in a Continuing Care Retirement Community. Accepts responsibility for the nursing department in the absence of the Director of Nursing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

· Ability to work a flexible schedule (developed in coordination with the DON) to include all shifts, all days as needed to train and educate staff.

· Develop and follow a comprehensive infection prevention risk assessment and program, to include surveillance, reporting and nursing assessment and interventions to prevent the most commonly occurring infections in long-term care.

· Coordinates and assists in the development of training programs, research training materials and identify trainers.

· Participates in the interviewing and hiring process for nursing employees.

· Develop, direct and schedule refresher training, as necessary, for assigned staff and licensed professional personnel.

· Provide staff education during the orientation process to include abuse and neglect, resident rights, privacy standards, etc.

· Direct, evaluate and supervise resident care and initiate corrective action.

· Maintains current knowledge base of guidelines for Medicare providers.

· Provides education for interdisciplinary teams, licensed nurses, and certified nursing assistants.

· Assist the DON in establishing policies and interpreting those policies according to the standards of nursing practice.

· Rotates among various clinical services of institution as needed.

· Participates in community quality assessment and improvements programs.

· Maintains compliance with all personnel policies, established community policies and procedures, and Federal and State regulations and standards, including but not limited to HIPAA privacy and confidentiality laws.

· Participates in an on-call program with other nursing administration for night and weekend on call.

· Conducts a quarterly Mock DHEC Survey for Skilled and Assisted Living

· Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience:

· Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina. Knowledge of Nursing theory and standards of practice.

· Knowledge of OBRA/Federal/State regulations.

· Knowledge of infection control.

· Two years of supervisory experience in a Long-Term Care setting preferred.

Clinical Expertise:

· Knowledge of standards of care and practices applicable to the delivery of geriatric services, complex medical conditions, multiple medical diagnoses, including preventive measures, rehabilitation, and promoting independence.