Condor

Job Description:

The infection preventionist is responsible for the facility infection prevention and control program (IPCP), which is designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections. CMS definition: “Infection preventionist”: term used for the person(s) designated by the facility to be responsible for the infection prevention and control program. essential functions the essential functions listed below (from the State Operations Manual, Appendix PP) are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

•  Provides leadership and direction to nursing personnel in accordance with organizational / Departmental goals.
•  Schedules staff in a manner that promotes optimal use of staff (including covering call-ins ect.).
•  Informs Administrator of personnel activities and problems on a timely basis.
•  Assists the Unit Managers / Supervisors in setting up regularly scheduled staff meetings.
• oversight of the IPCP, which includes, at a minimum, the following elements.
• Partner with facility leaders, physicians, and local, state, and national agencies on activities related to infection prevention.
• Written standards, policies, and procedures for the program, which must include, but are not limited to:
•  A system of surveillance designed to identify possible communicable diseases or infections before they can spread to other persons in the facility.
•  When and to whom possible incidents of communicable disease or infections should be reported.
•  Standard and transmission-based precautions to be followed to prevent spread of infections.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Must be a Registered Professional Nurse currently licensed in the State of Practice. (Licensed Practical Nurse may be considered with demonstrated clinical / leadership experience and allowed by state of practice).
• Graduate of an approved accredited nursing program with a minimum of associate degree in nursing (BS preferred). Ability to provide leadership and supervision to subordinate personnel.

•  Genuine interest in gerontology, and an understanding of the special needs of the geriatric resident.
•  Must successfully pass pre-employment health screening / background check.
•  CPR Certified
•  CDC Infection Control Training Certification.

• Education
  • Graduate of an approved accredited nursing program with a minimum of associate degree in nursing (BS preferred)

• Experience
  • Two or more year’s management experience in a long-term care setting. 5yr experience in Infection control training, 23+ hrs of CDC Infection Control Training Certification.

Benefits/Perks:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance

Location:

Anderson, SC

JOB CODE: 80076