We are hiring for a LPN Infection Control Nurse to join our BirchPointe family! This is a day position, Monday-Friday.

Job Duties:

Assist in the day-to-day infection control functions of the facility (for residents and employees) in accordance with current acceptable accounting and cost reimbursement principles relating to the long-term care operation, and as may be directed by Management. The primary duties of this job include: Management of Infection Control duties for the facility Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon the patient's admission, transfer, and/or discharge. Ensure that attending physicians review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies. Receive telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians' Order Form. Transcribe physician's orders to patient charts, cardex, medication cards, treatment/care plans, as required. Chart nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the patient, as well as the patient's response to the care. Fill out and complete accident/incident reports. Submit to Director as required. Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving patients. Follow established procedures. Record new/changed diet orders. Forward information to the Dietary Department. Report all discrepancies noted concerning physician's orders, diet change, charting error, etc., to the Nurse Supervisor. Fill out and complete transfer forms in accordance with established procedures. Ensure that appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the patient's medical record in accordance with established procedures. Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in the patient's medical record. Experience

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Relevant:

LPN /RN

• Infection Control Course Completion

• Long Term Care Experience is

Preferred Benefits:

We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, employer-paid life/AD&D, supplemental critical illness/accident/cancer/disability, and PTO accruals! Birchpointe is an EOE www.birchpointehealth.com

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Infection Control Certification (Preferred) LPN or RN (Required)

Work Location:

In person