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Prairie Grove Health & Rehab
Admissions/Infection Control Nurse (LPN or RN)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$54,257 / year median in Arkansas
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Company Overview Prairie Grove Health & Rehab is a 60-bed skilled nursing facility dedicated to delivering exceptional care within a compassionate and supportive environment. Job Summary We are seeking a motivated LPN or RN to join our team to work as our Admissions/Infection Control Nurse. This is an 8-5, M-F shift with a requirement to be the On-Call nurse every 4 weeks. The week that you are on call, carries a bonus. Responsibilities Facilitate smooth transfer from the hospital to our facility Provide an initial baseline for the skilled service documentation for rehab residents so nurses can document on key issues for the resident Provide nursing chart reviews to identify residents who need documentation to support quality care Coordinate with the Wound Care on treatment plans and documenting progress Track and trend antibiotic usage by microbe and evaluate for any spread Conduct regular patient monitoring and observation to identify potential infection risks Manage infection prevention programs and ensure compliance Perform staff competencies Analyze data related to infection rates and trends, providing actionable insights to improve patient care Requires an Active and Unrestricted LPN or RN License Join us to make a difference in the lives of our patients by providing compassionate support and quality care as a Licensed Practical or Registered Nurse. Your dedication can significantly impact their health and well-being. All Full Time prairie Grove Health & Rehab employees qualify to participate in a 401k Plan that is matched dollar for dollar for the first 3% of pay and $.50/13.00 for the next 2%.