Infection Control & Prevention Nurse – Montello Position Available In Androscoggin, Maine
Tallo's Job Summary: The Infection Control & Prevention Nurse at First Atlantic Healthcare in Montello, Lewiston, Maine, will develop and implement infection control procedures to prevent healthcare-associated infections. Requirements include five years of clinical experience, a current Maine professional license, and CIC certification. Benefits include flexible shifts, full benefits for full-time employees, and paid time off.
Job Description
Infection Control & Prevention Nurse – Montello at First Atlantic Healthcare in Lewiston, Maine, United States Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
As part of the facility’s interdisciplinary approach to resident and employee safety, the Infection Control & Prevention Nurse will develop and implement infection control procedures and practices.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
+ Responsible for the facility’s activities aimed at preventing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) by ensuring that sources of infections are isolated to limit the spread of infectious organisms. + + Systematically collects, analyzes, and interprets health data in order to plan, implement, evaluate, and disseminate appropriate public health practices. + + Conducts educational and training activities for healthcare workers through instruction and dissemination of information on healthcare practices.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
+ Five years of relevant clinical experience for non-nurse applicants; Registered Nurses should have a broad level of experience including critical care, emergency medicine, and medical/surgical nursing. + + Current professional license in the State of Maine + Certification in Infection Control (CIC) (can obtain upon hire)
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
+ Read, analyze, and interpret contracts, technical procedures, and/or government regulations + Display proficiency in computer and software skills + Write reports and other forms of correspondence + Present verbal and/or written information and respond to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints
BENEFITS
+ Flexible shifts + Full time employees have access to full benefits; medical, dental, vision, and disability + Paid Time Off available to all employees
