What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Control Nurse position at Plumas District Hospital?
Company Description
Plumas District Hospital is a critical access hospital and rural health clinic dedicated to offering exceptional healthcare services to the central Plumas County community. We pride ourselves on delivering quality, compassionate, and personalized care. Our vision is to be the community's first choice for healthcare, and we welcome you to join us in this mission to exemplify what a model community hospital should be.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for an Infection Control Nurse located in Quincy, CA. The Infection Control Nurse will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection control policies and procedures. Day-to-day tasks include conducting infection surveillance, providing staff education on infection control practices, investigating infection outbreaks, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role also involves collaborating with various healthcare teams to minimize infection risks and enhance patient safety.
Qualifications
- Infection Control, Infectious Diseases, and Infection management skills
- Nursing and Medicine skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with healthcare teams
- Experience in a hospital or healthcare setting is preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related field
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is a plus
