What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Control Nurse / QAPI Coordinator position at Cadia Healthcare Pike Creek?
Cadia Healthcare is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking an Infection Control Nurse / QAPI Coordinator to join our team!
Cadia rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.
BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:
Benefits
- Competitive Salary
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
- 401k Retirement With Company Match
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
- Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
- Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
- Referral Bonuses and More!
Employee Perks Program
- Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
- Free and Discounted Employee Meals
- Tuition Reimbursement
- In Facility Training/Inservice Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
- Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
- Verizon Wireless Discount
- Costco Membership Discount (DE only)
- Annual $35 Non-Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only)
- Purchasing Power (retail purchasing program)
Position Description
The primary purpose of the Infection Control Nurse / QAPI Coordinator is to direct the day-to-day functions of the facility infection control program and to assure regulatory compliance is met.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, coordinate, and direct the facility's infection control program in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern such requirements in nursing care facilities.
- Ensure that the facility is in compliance with current CDC, OSHA, and local regulations concerning infection control or standard/universal precautions.
- Collect data on facility infections and review Infection data and identify, investigate and support corrective actions.
- Oversee the Resident/Employee immunization programs at each facility.
Qualifications
- Experience in Infection Control is strongly preferred
- Must be willing to obtain Infection Preventionist Certification
- Must possess an active RN license in DE or compact state.
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language & communicate effectively on all matters; including resident condition with all residents, personnel, and support agencies.
- Strong intrapersonal skills to deal tactfully with residents (may be hostile/emotionally distressed), families, personnel, medical staff, general public & support agencies under all conditions & circumstances.
- Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long term care.
- Strong organization, planning, analytical, problem-solving, multi-tasking & implementation skills.
- Ability to make decisions and function independently, have flexibility and personal integrity.
Salary : $35
