RN Infection Preventionist and Educational Nurse

RN Infection Preventionist and Educational Nurse Glen Island Center for Nursing & Rehab New Rochelle, NY Job Details Full-time $100,000 - $125,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Nursing Anatomy knowledge Skilled nursing facility experience Microbiology RN License Team leadership Safety regulations Regulatory compliance Infectious disease care HIPAA Microbiology Records management Data management Continuous improvement Community health educational presentations Healthcare privacy protection Health information regulatory compliance Healthcare team management Clinical team leadership Managing patient records Medical terminology Full Job Description Overview We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled RN Infection Preventionist and Educational Nurse to join our healthcare team. This vital role combines clinical expertise with educational leadership to promote infection control practices, enhance patient safety, and foster a culture of health awareness across diverse care settings. The ideal candidate will possess comprehensive nursing experience, including acute and sub-acute care, hospital and Skilled Nursing Facility environments, and infection prevention protocols, with a strong commitment to public health and patient safety. This position offers an opportunity to lead infection prevention initiatives while providing education to staff, patients, and community members. Duties Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention policies aligned with current healthcare standards and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and HIPAA. Conduct routine surveillance of infectious disease trends within the facility to identify risks and develop targeted intervention strategies. Educate clinical staff, patients, and families on infection control procedures, aseptic techniques, and best practices in microbiology and epidemiology. Review medical records, documentation, and patient data to ensure compliance with infection control protocols and accurate data collection for reporting purposes. Lead staff training sessions on topics such as care plans, patient observation, anatomy knowledge, physiology, and microbiology to promote best practices in infection prevention. Collaborate with management to develop care plans that incorporate infection control measures tailored to specific patient populations such as assisted living residents or acute care patients. Monitor patient observations and conduct assessments related to infectious disease care, ensuring adherence to safety standards in environments like Level I Trauma Centers or Level II trauma centers. Manage data management systems for tracking infection rates, compliance metrics, and epidemiological data critical for public health reporting. Requirements Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license with current licensure in New York. Extensive nursing experience including critical care, hospital experience, or medical-surgical settings; experience in sub-acute care environments is highly preferred. Demonstrated expertise in infection control practices within healthcare settings such as SNFs or assisted living facilities. Strong knowledge of microbiology, epidemiology, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology relevant to infectious disease management. Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage teams effectively while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Familiarity with healthcare regulations including OSHA standards and HIPAA privacy requirements. Experience with data collection systems related to infection rates and patient monitoring; proficiency in managing medical records is essential. Excellent communication skills for delivering education across multidisciplinary teams and community outreach initiatives. Join us in advancing healthcare quality by promoting effective infection prevention strategies through education and leadership!

Pay:

$100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person