DescriptionThe Staff Development & Infection Control Coordinator is responsible for the
planning, implementation, and evaluation of facility-wide education programs and the
oversight of infection prevention and control initiatives. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards while promoting a safe, educated, and high-performing workforce.
SIGN-ON-BONUS!!Health Insurances available on day one of employment!
Schedule & Compensation- Full-Time, Exempt
- Salary Range: $90,000 - $95,000 annually
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, daytime hours
- Occasional off-shift coverage as needed
- Participation in weekend on-call rotation required
RequirementsKey ResponsibilitiesStaff Development- Develop and implement orientation and onboarding programs in accordance with Massachusetts regulatory requirements
- Assess and coordinate facility-wide in-service education programs
- Ensure staff compliance with mandatory annual education and competency requirements
- Maintain documentation to support DPH and CMS survey readiness
- Coordinate CPR certification and required clinical training programs
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and survey preparation activities
Infection Control- Establish and maintain a facility-wide Infection Prevention and Control Program compliant with DPH and CMS regulations
- Conduct infection surveillance and ensure appropriate state-required reporting
- Develop and maintain infection control policies and procedures
- Perform routine infection control audits, rounds, and staff observations
- Provide education and consultation to all departments regarding infection prevention practices
- Lead outbreak investigations and response efforts in accordance with public health guidance
- Report infection control data to Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) committees
Qualifications- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Massachusetts
- Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience in a long-term care or hospital setting
- Experience in infection control and staff education required; ICF/LTC preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of:
- Massachusetts DPH regulations
- CMS F-tags (Infection Control, Education, Quality Assurance)
- Infection surveillance, prevention, and outbreak management
- Adult education principles
- Current CPR certification; instructor certification preferred or willingness to obtain
Additional Expectations- Ensures compliance with Massachusetts DPH, CDC, and CMS regulatory standards
- Supports organizational mission, values, and Standards of Conduct
- Participates in required meetings, surveys, and continuing education
- Performs additional duties as assigned
