A Registered Nurse provides medical care and treatment, educates patients about their conditions, and provides emotional support to patients and families. Works in hospitals, schools, clinics or community health centers. Works under the supervision of a physician or other specialist, and serves as the primary point of care for patients in a hospital setting. May specialize in emergency room work, or treatment for a particular condition, or specialize in working with infants, the elderly or other patient groups. May work as an advanced practice specialists and prescribe medications in addition to offering specialty care.
Caring for you 24/7 VISION At the heart of everything we do, our goal is to be a trusted leader in high-quality care , creating a safe and supportive environment where patients and employees feel valued and respected . MISSION To provide welcoming, accessible , and trusted healthcare rooted in family centered care, ensuring our community feels supported and valued close to home.
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EXCELLENCE Othello Community Hospital is a full-service, critical access hospital located in Othello, Washington. Open 24/7, it provides both inpatient and outpatient care to the surrounding Adams County community with a strong commitment to accessible, high-quality healthcare.
Core Services Include:
24-hour
Emergency Department and Ambulance Services Surgical Services :
General, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, and Endoscopy Obstetrical Care :
Labor, delivery, and neonatal support Diagnostic Imaging and Laboratory Testing Anesthesia and Respiratory Therapy Physical Therapy and Occupational Health Sleep Center for diagnosing and treating sleep disorders The hospital accepts most insurance plans, including Medicare, Medicaid (Apple Health), and offers financial assistance programs. Services are available in Spanish , and there are no eligibility restrictions for care.
OPEN POSITION
Infection Prevention Control Registered Nurse Day-Shift Othello Community Hospital is seeking a dedicated and motivated Day-Shift Registered Nurse (RN) to lead our Infection Prevention Control Program. This is an excellent opportunity for an RN who is passionate about patient safety, quality improvement, regulatory compliance, and staff education. The Infection Prevention Control RN is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing the hospital's Infection Prevention Control Program. This is a working RN position that collaborates with hospital leadership, clinical staff, and community partners to reduce healthcare-associated infections and promote a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
Location:
Othello Community Hospital, Othello, WA Schedule:
36hrs/
Week, Day-Shift Status:
(benefit earning)
Wage Range:
$43.07 - $101.31/hour
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and maintain the hospital's Infection Prevention and Control Program. Develop, review, and update infection prevention policies and procedures. Conduct infection surveillance, monitoring, and reporting. Lead infection prevention initiatives and quality improvement activities. Provide education and training to hospital staff on infection prevention practices. Serve as the hospital's resource for infection prevention questions and regulatory guidance. Attend internal committee meetings and represent the hospital at external infection prevention meetings as needed. Collaborate with employees, leadership and clinical departments to ensure compliance with applicable infection prevention standards and regulations. Maintain documentation and reports related to infection prevention activities. Analyze infection data and prepare reports Investigate outbreaks Collaborate with employee health and quality departments Participate in accreditation surveys Perform additional duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Previous experience in infection prevention is preferred but not required. The selected candidate must obtain Certification in Infection Prevention (CIC) within one (1) year of hire.
WHY JOIN OTHELLO COMMUNITY HOSPITAL?
Othello Community Hospital offers competitive wages and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient safety and quality of care while working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Benefits :
Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, EIB, 403b Retirement Plan, Life Insurance and EAP
