-Location: 99 Allen Street, Rutland, Vermont, 05701
-What You'll Do:As an Infection Preventionist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control programs. You will be practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all staff to ensure a safe environment throughout our facility.
Key Responsibilities - Provide oversight of infection control and prevention program to identify and prevent the spread of infections for residents and staff
- Review, update and direct the implementation of infection control & prevention policies and procedures
- Oversee the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, the Employee Health Program and Universal Influenza Program
- Serve as a member of the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee
- Ensure compliance to new hire screening, documentation and immunization reporting per state and federal regulatory requirements
- Perform rounds to identify potential hazards, monitor infection control practices, identify educational needs and evaluate compliance with standard and transmission based precautions
- Develop and deliver staff education programs to all staff
- Track, analyze and present surveillance trends and develop action plans in conjunction with QAPI process
- Maintain records and reporting as required by state and federal regulations
If you are a vigilant, detail-oriented, healthcare professional whose personal mission is safeguarding the world from infection, we encourage you to join our team as an Infection Preventionist! Make a real difference in people's lives in an organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.
-What We OfferAs an affiliate of National Health Care, our Rutland team enjoys:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Comprehensive training and mentorship
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
Rate of PayUSD $46.00 - USD $56.00 /Hr.
-What You'll Bring:Qualifications of an Infection Preventionist include:- Valid state nursing license
- Degree in nursing, epidemiology, biology, microbiology
- Infection Control and Prevention Certification is required prior to assuming the role
- Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
- Strong clinical, organizational, and decision-making skills
- Experience in a Long-Term Care or similar healthcare setting preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment
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