What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Preventionist, RN position at Sistersville Center?
Overview: At Sistersville Center, we strive to deliver high-quality care and exceptional service. We believe in fostering a collaborative work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference.
Responsibilities:
- The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the nursing center's Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP).
- This role functions as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for staff in multiple locations focusing on infection prevention and control activities, outcome-process surveillance, outbreak management, and employee health.
- Support new hire orientation by providing infection prevention and control training for newly hired employees.
- Create and implement education programs in response to identified infection control needs through quality assurance performance improvement (QAPI), rounding, or center quality measures.
- Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain the IPCP to ensure the quality of patient care related to infections and communicable diseases within the nursing center.
Qualifications:
- A graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing.
- An 8-year Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
- Specialized training in infection prevention and control must be completed within 90 days of hire.
- A minimum of three years full-time or equivalent nursing experience is required.
- Flexible hours are necessary to meet with employees working evening and night shifts.
Benefits:
- Variable compensation plans
- Tuition Discounts
- Travel Discounts
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program for mental health support
- Nursing Tuition Assistance Program
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
- Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive workplace with a dedicated DEI committee.
