Infection Preventionist (RN) Position Available In Greater Bridgeport Planning Region, Connecticut

Job Description:

•: A Great Place to Work Ludlowe is a proud affiliate ofNational Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Workand US News & World Report Best Nursing Home , we think that youare going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. Youwill make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests andthe families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with thefamilies you meet and with the teams you work on. And if youdesire, you will experience real career growth where your expertiseand dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join ourteam!•:

What You’ll Do:

As an Infection Preventionist, you will beresponsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infectionprevention and control programs. You will be practitioner,resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all staff toensure a safe environment throughout our facility. KeyResponsibilities Provide oversight of infection control andprevention program to identify and prevent the spread of infectionsfor residents and staff Review, update and direct theimplementation of infection control & prevention policies andprocedures Oversee the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, theEmployee Health Program and Universal Influenza Program Serve as amember of the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee Ensurecompliance to new hire screening, documentation and immunizationreporting per state and federal regulatory requirements Performrounds to identify potential hazards, monitor infection controlpractices, identify educational needs and evaluate compliance withstandard and transmission based precautions Develop and deliverstaff education programs to all staff Track, analyze and presentsurveillance trends and develop action plans in conjunction withQAPI process Maintain records and reporting as required by stateand federal regulations If you are a vigilant, detail-oriented,healthcare professional whose personal mission is safeguarding theworld from infection, we encourage you to join our team as anInfection Preventionist! Make a real difference in people’s livesin an organization where your expertise and dedication are valuedand appreciated.•: What We Offer As an affiliate of NationalHealth Care, our Ludlowe team enjoys: Competitive compensation andbenefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirementplan Comprehensive training and mentorship Opportunities forprofessional growth and development Supportive and collaborativework environment The chance to make a meaningful difference in thelives of our residents•:

What You’ll Bring:

Qualifications of anInfection Preventionist include: Valid state nursing license Degreein nursing, epidemiology, biology, microbiology Infection Controland Prevention Certification is required prior to assuming the roleInterest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically illwith the ability to work with both Compassionate and empatheticapproach to patient care Strong clinical, organizational, anddecision-making skills Experience in a Long-Term Care or similarhealthcare setting preferred Excellent communication andinterpersonal abilities Ability to work effectively in amultidisciplinary team environment•: We Hire for Heart! NationalHealth Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-runorganization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centersare unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassionand Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premierproviders of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, andpost-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News &World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you joina team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients,residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certifiedenvironment. All qualified applicants will receive considerationfor employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexualorientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteranstatus.