What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Prevention Nurse (IP) LVN position at Fortuna Rehabilitation & Wellness Center?
Infection Prevention Nurse - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Principal Responsibilities:
CLINICAL
- Ensures resident/patient care meets Federal, State and Company standards.
- Promotes and maintains infection control guidelines and standards.
Infection Prevention Nurse - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) ADMINISTRATIVE
- Coordinates and conducts infection control activities.
- Provides essential information necessary to maintain infection control standards.
- Ensures all infection control documentation is maintained according to Federal (CDC) and State
Infection Prevention Nurse - Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Qualifications:
- Current nursing license in State where employed.
- Written and verbal communication skills.
- Practice in the basic principles of infection control.
- Knowledge of principles of epidemiology and/or member of APIC preferred.
CONSUMER SERVICE
- Presents professional image to consumers through dress, behavior and speech.
- Adheres to Company standards for resolving consumer concerns.
- Ensures that all patient/resident rights are protected.
