What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Infection Prevention Specialist position at Shenandoah Center?
About Shenandoah Center:
We are dedicated to delivering high-quality care and exceptional service. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Synopsis
- As an Infection Preventionist, you will be responsible for the nursing center's Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP).
- You will function as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for staff in multiple locations, focusing on infection prevention, control activities, outcome-process surveillance, outbreak management, and employee health.
Responsibilities
- Provide infection prevention and control training for newly hired employees during new hire orientation.
- Create and implement education programs in response to identified infection control needs through QAPI, rounding, center quality measures, or other means.
- Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain the IPCP to ensure the quality of patient care regarding the investigation, control, and prevention of infections and communicable diseases within the nursing center.
- Assume staff educational responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing.
- A minimum of three years full-time or equivalent nursing experience is required.
- Ability to work flexible hours to meet with employees working evening and night shifts.
