RN QAPI Coordinator/Infection Preventionist

Infection Preventionist •This position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and flexibility• Job Description Department Administration Reports to Administrator Reporting to this position None Job Classification Administrative/Management Position Purpose Develops, implements, and maintains a facility-wide QAPI program and infection prevention and control program. Required Qualifications Minimum requirements include one of the following: A professionally-trained nurse that has earned a certificate/diploma or degree in nursing; Must also meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinary action in effect against professional license. Education, training, experience, or certification in infection control and prevention. Completed specialized training in infection prevention and control through accredited continuing education. Major Duties and Responsibilities Develops and maintains an ongoing Qualiy Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Leads and supports the QAPI committee. Develops and implements an ongoing infection prevention and control program to prevent, recognize, and control the onset and spread of infections in order to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment. Establishes facility-wide systems for the prevention, identification, reporting, investigation, and control of infections and communicable diseases of residents, staff, and visitors. Oversees the facility's antibiotic stewardship program. Oversees resident care activities that increase risk of infection Leads the facility's Infection and Prevention Control Committee. Develops action plans to address opportunities for improvement. Participates on the facility's QAA Committee. Performs duties as assigned. Provides education related to infection prevention and control principles, policies, and procedures to staff, residents, and families (where appropriate). Ensures public health is notified of reportable diseases. Collaborates with other departments in fulfilling requirements related to occupational health and safety. (I.e. employee health). Maintains documentation of infection prevention and control program activities.