Infection Preventionist - LPN or RN

Huntington
1180 W 500 N
Huntington, IN 46750, USA

Infection Prevention & Wound Care Nurse

Heritage Pointe of Huntington has an opportunity for an Infection Prevention & Wound Care Nurse
. This role is an important part of our clinical team, supporting quality resident care through infection prevention, wound management, staff support, and regulatory compliance.

We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and clinically skilled nurse who is passionate about improving resident outcomes and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

• Coordinate and oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Monitor, investigate, and track infections while implementing prevention strategies.
• Lead infection surveillance, reporting, and regulatory compliance activities.
• Assess, develop, and monitor individualized wound care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy, and other disciplines to promote optimal wound healing.
• Provide education and guidance to staff regarding infection prevention and wound care best practices.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and performance improvement activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Work on the floor to help with admissions/discharge or cover as needed. Will include on call rotation

• LTC minimum 2 yrs preferred
• RN/LPN
• Wound care experience
• Infection prevention
• Leadership
• Infection prevention
• Wound care
• Audits
• Staff support
• Provide clinical support to the nursing team as needed
• Must be willing to obtain complete Infection Control and Wound Care training if they have not already done so
• Will include on call rotation

LPN

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