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Infection Control Nurse / Antibiotic Stewardship Nurse / IP Educator

Acclaim Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Jersey, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/15/2025

Acclaim Rehabilitation & Nursing Center -

Join Our Team at Acclaim Rehab and Nursing Center!

Position : Infection Control Nurse / Antibiotic Stewardship Nurse / IP Educator

Location : Jersey City, New Jersey

Pay Rate :

  • LPN : $93,000 / year
  • RN : $105,000–$110,000 / year

About Us :

At Acclaim Rehab and Nursing Center, we are committed to providing top-notch care while prioritizing the health and safety of our residents and staff. Join a dedicated team of professionals in a supportive environment that values expertise, education, and collaboration.

Job Description

The Infection Preventionist (IP) plays a critical role in maintaining the health and safety of our community through infection control, education, and surveillance. Responsibilities include :

Core Duties

  • Data Collection & Analysis : Collect, analyze, and interpret epidemiologic data to identify infection trends.
  • Outbreak Surveillance : Investigate and monitor suspected outbreaks and implement control measures.
  • Prevention Measures : Develop, implement, and evaluate infection prevention protocols.
  • Staff Education : Provide ongoing education on infection risks and prevention strategies.
  • Compliance Monitoring : Conduct daily rounds to ensure PPE compliance and monitor infection control activities.
  • Educator Responsibilities

  • Education / In-Services :
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with annual and mandatory education for CNAs and nurses.

  • Conduct ad hoc in-services as directed by the Director of Nursing (DON).
  • Maintain organized records of staff education by department.
  • Onboarding / New Hire Orientation :
  • Collaborate with HR to provide nursing-specific orientation.

  • Health File Management :
  • Oversee pre-hire health screenings, vaccine compliance, and N95 fit testing.

    Administrative Duties

  • Maintain compliance binders for evaluations, competencies, and infection control.
  • Track infections using weekly and monthly reports, ensuring detailed documentation.
  • Manage binders for vaccination, fit testing, and infection control in-services.
  • Conduct contact tracing and testing during outbreaks, ensuring thorough documentation.
  • Requirements

  • Experience :
  • Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or related healthcare setting preferred.

  • At least 6 months of experience in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
  • Licensure :
  • Valid LPN or RN license in the state of New Jersey.

  • Skills :
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.

  • Proficiency in infection control practices and data analysis.
  • Why Join Us?

  • Competitive pay rates tailored to your licensure.
  • Opportunity to lead infection control and education initiatives in a supportive work environment.
  • Be part of a facility that values innovation, education, and high-quality care.
  • Ready to make a difference in infection prevention and education? Apply now and become a vital part of our dedicated team at Acclaim Rehab and Nursing Center in Jersey City, NJ!

    Keywords : Infection Control Nurse OR Infection Preventionist OR Antibiotic Stewardship Nurse AND Registered Nurse (RN) OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) AND infection prevention AND outbreak response AND epidemiology AND infection tracking AND PPE compliance AND infection control education AND nursing competencies AND rehabilitative nursing AND restorative nursing AND healthcare supervisor AND data analysis AND N95 fit testing AND vaccination compliance AND contact tracing AND Jersey City AND nursing jobs AND healthcare careers.

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