Infection Preventionist & Staff Development (Healthcare)

Wage DOE: $48-$52/hour

Description

We are seeking a dedicated Infection Preventionist & Staff Development professional to join our dynamic team at Colonial Vista Post Acute. In this critical role, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining infection prevention protocols to ensure the highest standards of safety for both staff and clients. Your expertise will contribute to creating a culture of safety and education within our organization, allowing us to provide top-tier services while minimizing the risk of infections. You will collaborate with various departments to analyze and identify potential risks, develop training programs, and ensure compliance with national standards and regulations. As a champion of safety, you will lead initiatives that promote infection control best practices and empower our staff with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on our community's health, and you will play a crucial role in fostering a safe and supportive environment for both team members and residents alike. If you are passionate about infection prevention and staff development, we encourage you to apply and be part of a forward-thinking organization that values health and wellness.
Responsibilities

• Develop and implement infection prevention protocols and policies.
• Conduct regular training sessions for staff on infection control practices.
• Monitor compliance with infection prevention standards and guidelines.
• Perform risk assessments to identify potential areas for infection transmission.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to promote best practices in infection prevention.
• Investigate and report incidents of healthcare-associated infections.
• Generate and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of infection control strategies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in infection control or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of epidemiology and infection prevention principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficient in data analysis and reporting software.

Summary of Benefits

We are proud to offer our staff low monthly premium payments for employees and dependents will be as follows:

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) plan with employer match

Generous paid time off for vacation accruing at 4 hours a month, 48 FT or 40 PT annually recurring sick day hours prorated based on hire date, and 7 paid Holidays each year.