Infection Prevention Nurse Per Diem

Infection Prevention Nurse

Cayuga Health Systems is seeking a dedicated and experienced Perdiem Infection Prevention Nurse who would be accountable to implementation of and compliance with policies, practices, and processes of the Infection Prevention and Control program. The IP Nurse would be responsible to follow all current local, state and federal guidelines, standards and regulations.

The IP RN provides consultative services (as a Subject Matter Expert). They will drive and foster a culture of patient and staff safety, providing service excellence to all.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Infection Control Policies: Create, implement, and evaluate infection control policies and procedures in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Monitoring and Surveillance: Conduct regular surveillance of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) within the facility. Monitor infection trends, identify potential outbreaks, and take prompt corrective action.
• Education and Training: Provide education and training to healthcare staff on infection control practices, hand hygiene, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Collaboration: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and environmental services, to ensure a cohesive approach to infection prevention and control.
• Outbreak Response: Actively participate in outbreak investigations, conduct root cause analysis, and implement control measures to prevent further spread of infections.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with infection control regulations and guidelines. Stay updated on current infection control practices and guidelines
• Required Skills and Experience:
• Education: Current NYS R.N. license required. BSN in Nursing preferred
• Licensure/Certifications: Certification in Infection Control (CIC)

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a position titled IP RN preferred

Physical Requirements:

• This position primarily involves sedentary work. The incumbent will typically perform tasks while seated at a desk or workstation, utilizing computers, phones, and other office equipment. Sedentary work may require occasional standing, walking, or light physical effort, but the majority of duties will be performed in a seated position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Location and Travel Requirements:

• Onsite
• 10% Travel to system sites

Pay Range Disclosure:

• $39.19 to $48.59 per hour

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.

I certify that the information contained in this application is correct and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission of information may disqualify me from further consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination. In consideration for my employment, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the company, which rules may be changed, withdrawn, added, or interpreted at any time, at the company's sole option and without prior notice to me.

I understand that any hiring decision is contingent upon my successful completion of all of the Company's lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks, which may include a background check, drug screen, employment references, and licensing review. If I am made a conditional offer of employment, I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment/post-offer checks. Such checks will not be conducted until allowed under applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand if I have a criminal background, it will not automatically disqualify me from employment unless otherwise required by law. I agree to execute any consent forms necessary for the Company to conduct its lawful pre-employment checks.

I also understand that the Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a drug and alcohol testing program consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. I understand that after a conditional offer of employment, I must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test as a condition of employment.

Salary : $39 - $49