Infection Control Preventionist

Sunny View Retirement Community

Temporary Position

Schedule:
Monday-Friday

Pay Range: $55.00-$58.00

Summary:

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing the Infection Control Preventionist assumes the responsibility for the Infection Control Program of the facility. The position involves responsibilities in areas of case findings, surveillance, reporting, analysis, interpretation, inspection, control measures, education, consultation, evaluation and recommendations and training. Collaborates with all levels of nursing personnel as well as with facility consultants, physicians and department managers and other department employees in assessing needs for infection control prevention, control, implementation and management.

Provides infection control program related education. Is responsible for the communities Infection Control protocols, tracking and prevention.

• Essential:
  Licensed Vocational Nurse - California
• Essential:
  Advanced educational preparation in infection control
• Nonessential: 1 Year Minimum of one year in infection control practice
• 0 Year long term care, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nurse
• 0 Year Nursing experience with leadership and teaching abilities

Compensation Disclaimer:
The actual compensation offered will depend on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, the selected candidate s knowledge, skills, experience, training, education, and licensure/certifications (as applicable).

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.