Infection Control Nurse at Cape Heritage Rehab in SandwichCan be an LPN or RN. $40 to $50 an hour, depending on experience and license. Cape Heritage is a 123-bed skilled nursing facility.
As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a vital role in planning, organizing, developing, coordinating, directing, and evaluating our Infection Control Program to ensure an effective Infection Prevention & Control Program is maintained.
Job Responsibilities:• Plan, organize, develop, coordinate, direct, and evaluate our Infection Control Program and its components to ensure an effective Infection Prevention & Control Program is maintained.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation related to the Infection Control & Prevention Program.
• Conduct monthly surveillance rounds to evaluate the status of Infection-related practices in the facility.
• Assist the Staff Development Director in educating employees on Infection Control Practices, Policies, and Procedures.
• Participate in the Employee Health and Safety Committees and maintain Employee Health Records.
• Review monthly laboratory reports and assure up-to-date laboratory policy/procedure manuals are available.
Requirements:• Must possess a Nursing Degree from an accredited school of nursing, college or university.
• Must possess an active and unencumbered LPN or RN license in Massachusetts. CPR required.
• Must possess training or current experience in wound care.
• Certification in infection control and/or wound care preferred, but not necessary.
• Two years of Infection Control experience preferred.
• Must have at least two (2) years of clinical experience in a long-term care facility.
• Must have training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices.
• Must possess a working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic techniques to include Standard Precautions.
What we offer:
- Competitive and Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
- Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Exclusive Employer Discount Program
Available for Eligible Team Members:
- Employer-Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) with Employer Match
- Vacation and Personal Time
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
