Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist $7,500 Sign-on Bonus

Company: Life Care Center Of Kirkland
Location: Kirkland
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

Our team of champions at Life Care Center of Kirkland, Washington, is proud to have been named Best Nursing Home not just once but twice! Newsweek Magazine named us a Best Nursing Home for 2021, and U.S. News World Report named us a Best Nursing Home for Short-Stay Rehab for 2020-2021.During the COVID-19 outbreak in early 2020, our team rose to the challenge and proved their dedication to caring for our residents. It is through teamwork and commitment we are standing strong today. We are always looking for great talent to join our award-winning team as we look to the future!$7,500 Sign-On Bonus for Full-Time HiresThe RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data. Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions. Monitors associate compliance with infection control standards through use of barriers and infection prevention measures. Prepares and presents education for the staff, residents, and families. Serves as a resource to all departments and personnel.Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements:* Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)* Licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.* CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.* Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role. If a facility's resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additional training for the change in the facilitys scope of care.* Prior experience with geriatrics preferred* Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse)Specific Job Requirements:* Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC* Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDC recommendations* Works onsite at the physical facility. May not be an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate location such as a corporate office or affiliated short term acute care facility* Holds responsibility for the development and accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program* Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices* Performs work within the scope of his/her license* Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action* Knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility* Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Infection Prevention and Control Program* Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas* Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.* Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information* Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures* Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance trainingAn Equal Opportunity Employerby Jobble

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