Preventionist-Infection RN/Registered Nurse

Magnolia Ridge Center
US - Alabama - /Alabama/US
December 16, 2024
Medical

Overview At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service.
As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference.
Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles.
Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the nursing center's Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP) and functions as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator and facilitator for staff in multiple locations focusing on the following areas:
Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and Employee Health.
• Support new hire orientation by providing infection prevention and control training for newly hired employees.
• Create and implement education programs in response to identified infection control needs identified through QAPI, rounding, center quality measures, or other means.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain the IPCP to ensure the quality of patient care as it relates to the investigation, control, and prevention of infections and communicable diseases within the nursing center.
Qualifications
• Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing.
8 RN, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Must complete specialized training in infection prevention and control within 90 days of hire.
• A minimum of three years full-time or equivalent nursing experience is required.
• Must be able to work flexible hours in order to meet with employees working evening and night shifts.
Benefits
• Variable compensation plans
• Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
• Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
• Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive (DEI) workplace with DEI committee.
DEI is a part of our company's DNA.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
• Nursing Tuition Assistance Program We also offer several voluntary insurances, such as:

• Pet Insurance
• Term and Whole Life Insurance
• Short-term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Personal Accident
• Critical Illness
• Cancer Coverage Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
Posted Salary Range USD $46.00 - USD $48.00 /Hr.

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