What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Staff Development Coordinator & Infection Preventionist position at Appomattox Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Appomattox Health & Rehabilitation Center in Appomattox is seeking an RN for our Staff Development Coordinator/ Infection Prevetionist position.
The RN Staff Development Coordinator/ Infection Preventionist manages and provides required education to the entire staff and is also responsible for employee health.
Employee health encompasses administration and management of Hepatitis B vaccinations and PPD annual checks. Requires expert knowledge of basic nursing skills (patient assessment, infection control, IV therapy, medication administration, etc.) and a desire to pass that knowledge on to others.
This position works closely with the HR manager to provide new hire orientation. The SDC/IP evaluates the educational needs to ensure on-going continuing education and adherence to applicable required in-service education for all staff. Identifies, assesses, and implements in-service programs as needed regarding the satisfactory performance of clinical skills and knowledge.
Serves as Infection Control Nurse, reports infection control practices to Infection Control Officer and Administrator.
Qualified candidates must be a licensed RN, have a minimum of 2-4 years of experience as a nurse, and clinical training experience.
The ideal candidate will have the qualifications to teach CNA classes however we will support them to achieve this educational goal upon hire.
We offer a competitive rate of pay and a comprehensive benefits package for full time associates which include affordable health and dental insurance within 60-90 days of hire, paid time off, extra pay for holidays, and a 401k with company match.
Working for MFA at a LifeWorks Rehab and Skilled Nursing Center is no ordinary career. It takes pride and dedication. It takes a critical combination of technical skills balanced with people skills. Most of all it takes a unique person, with a caring heart and a passion for helping others. It's more than just a job...it's a calling.
