Infection Control Nurse-RN

* full-time position with competitive wages and excellent benefit package!
* Lake city nursing & rehabilitation center is hiring for a infection control nurse-rn !

Do you have what it takes?! Please apply online or in-person! 2055 rex rd, lake city, ga, 30260

Shift: m-f 8am-430pm

Under the direction of the director of nursing services, the infection preventionist serves as a support person within the facility, providing guidance and education; assistance in problem solving related to resident care; monitoring compliance with state and federal regulations and coordinates the infection prevention and control program as set forth in the resident care policy and procedure manual.

Essential duties:

* provides directive and supportive consultation to facility staff.

* partners with the medical director, executive director and director of nursing to develop, implement, and evaluate annual infection prevention goals and plan.

* oversees the infection prevention and control program including surveillance of healthcare acquired and community acquired infections

* conducts infection surveillance and reports routinely to the quality assurance committee

* directs and assists in preparing reports, statistical data, and trend identification for the qa committee.

* works with facility for problem solving when needs arise in areas such as: a. Monitoring resident care delivery systems b. Performing chart reviews c. Checking physician orders as needed

* provides education and training regarding infection prevention and control practices to all staff. Includes evidence-based infection control practices and isolation precautions.

* assists with infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies.

* works with facility committees on policies and procedures, program development and in-servicing.

* keeps current and is knowledgeable of new regulations, directives, and infection prevention and control material in order to accurately interpret and relay the information.

* assists with new program development as requested

* conducts rounds, discussing and monitoring infection control practices with staff; investigates and collects infection data from departments.

* maintains a record of incidents of infection and corrective actions related to infections.

* provides education on antibiotic stewardship program.

* maintains certification in infection prevention and control.

* assists with communicable disease notification per state directive.

Experience:

experience in the areas of nursing administration and teaching in geriatric and restorative nursing required.

Qualifications:

Graduate of an approved school of nursing; current nursing license

To practice as a registered nurse in the state. Experienced in skin care.