Infection Control Nurse staff Develpoment Coordinator

• Policy Development and Implementation:
• Create and update infection control policies and procedures aligned with CDC guidelines.
• Ensure staff are trained on proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and standard precautions.
• Develop protocols for managing outbreaks of infectious diseases.
• Surveillance and Monitoring:
• Conduct regular rounds to observe staff practices and identify potential infection risks.
• Track and analyze infection data, including resident demographics, symptoms, and causative organisms.
• Monitor compliance with infection control policies through audits and staff observations.
• Staff Education and Training:
• Deliver ongoing infection control training to all staff members, including CNAs, nurses, and administrative staff.
• Provide individualized coaching and feedback to staff regarding infection control practices.
• Conduct in-service programs on new infection control procedures or emerging infectious diseases.
• Outbreak Investigation and Management:
• Promptly identify and investigate potential outbreaks of infections within the facility.
• Implement appropriate containment measures to limit the spread of infection during an outbreak.
• Collaborate with local health departments to report outbreaks and coordinate response strategies.
• Environmental Management:
• Oversee proper cleaning and disinfection procedures for resident rooms, common areas, and medical equipment.
• Monitor waste disposal practices to ensure compliance with infection control guidelines.
• Resident Assessment and Care Planning:
• Identify residents at high risk for infections based on medical history and current health status.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop individualized infection control plans for high-risk residents.
  
  
  

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) license with current practice credentials
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred
• Strong understanding of infection control principles and practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively educate staff and residents
• Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement preventative measures
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to maintain accurate records and documentation
• Developing and delivering training programs:
  
  
  

Creating and conducting in-service education sessions on various topics like resident care procedures, medication administration, emergency response, infection control practices, and resident rights.

• Assessing staff competency:
  
  
  

Evaluating staff skills through observation, competency checks, and skills demonstrations to identify areas needing improvement.

• Identifying training needs:
  
  
  

Analyzing resident care data, incident reports, and feedback to identify areas where staff training is required.

• Maintaining training records:
  
  
  

Documenting staff attendance, completion of training modules, and competency assessment results.

• Compliance monitoring:
  
  
  

Ensuring staff adherence to facility policies, procedures, and regulatory standards related to resident care.

• Mentoring and coaching staff:
  
  
  

Providing individual guidance and support to new employees or staff needing additional training.

• Collaborating with other departments:
  
  
  

Working with the nursing leadership team, infection control coordinator, and other departments to identify and address training needs.

Qualifications for an SDC role in a nursing home usually include:

Registered Nurse (RN) license, Experience in geriatric nursing, Strong teaching and presentation skills, Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities, and Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards related to nursing home care.