Brighton Care Center is a skilled nursing facility in Pasadena, CA. We provide 24-hour skilled care and rehabilitation services in a comfortable environment. At Brighton Care Center, caring is our main concern. We believe the most effective way to provide compassionate care is to maintain high medical integrity, build staff team spirit, and provide beautiful surroundings to our patients.

Salary Range STARTING FROM: $ 38

• The salary range is the one that Brighton Care Center reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual salary will depend on several factors (e.g., experience,educations, qualifications, etc.).

COVID-19 considerations:

• All staff must be fully vaccinated.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

A licensed professional nurse directly under the supervision of the Director of Nursing Services.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or an approved LVN program.
• Current nursing licensure in the state in which practicing.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Possess, as a minimum, training in a skilled nursing care facility.
• Possess an valid Infection Preventionist Certification
• Possess leadership ability and the willingness to work with and supervise professional and nonprofessional personnel.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures.
• Ability to Read, write and speak the English language.
• Possess mental and physical health.

We are seeking an experienced Infection Preventionist to join our healthcare team. The Infection Preventionist will be responsible for implementing and monitoring infection prevention and control measures to ensure a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Duties:

- Manage infection prevention programs and activities within the healthcare facility
- Conduct surveillance of healthcare-associated infections
- Review medical records and documentation for compliance with infection control protocols
- Collaborate with healthcare providers to implement best practices for infection prevention
- Educate staff on infection control procedures and protocols
- Monitor compliance with HIPAA regulations related to infection prevention
- Participate in occupational health initiatives to prevent the spread of infectious diseases

Qualifications:
1 year experience working in a healthcare setting with a focus in Skilled Nursing Facility on infection control/ prevention

Familiar with LA/ Pasadena Public health Guidelines

****Familiar with Point click System charting

Valid LVN or RN License
Knowledge of infectious disease care, microbiology, and epidemiology
Strong skills in documentation review and data analysis

Joining our team as an Infection Preventionist offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient safety and quality of care. If you are passionate about preventing infections and promoting a culture of safety in healthcare settings, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $38.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• Long term care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)
• LVN (Required)
• Certification in Infection Prevention & Control (Required)
• RN License (Preferred)

Work Location: In person