Infection Control Nurse - Westwood
Statesboro, GA 30458
About the Job
Westwood -
- Under the direction of the DON, oversees the infection control program in the facility.
- Eligible for signing bonus!
- Must be licensed as an LPN or RN with an ICP Certificate.
- Provides education to all staff regarding infection control principles and techniques.
- Monitors and collects data on infections and vaccinations.
- Updates policies and procedures as needed with the guidance and direction of the DON.
- Maintains all infection control data and reports as required to outside agencies.
- Sets up clinics and administers vaccines.
- Collect, audit and report infection control data to the QAPI committee.
- Participates with Staff Development in relation to roles, responsibilities, principles and practices of infection control.
- Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team.
- Familiarity with SNF safety, sanitation standards, and procedures.
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices.
- Excellent knowledge of medical and SNF terminology.
- Good knowledge of MS Office (or similar technology) and data entry.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate and able to handle stress.
Source : Westwood