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Community Health System
RN Infection Preventionist LTC SNF - Full Time - Days - 1.00 FTE
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What they do
An Epidemiologist collects information and investigates diseases, infections or other health problems that appear in a community. Analyzes data gathered from surveys, interviews, observations or samples, and reports findings. May direct studies of public health problems and advise on ways to prevent or treat problems or reduce risks.
$113,589 / year median in California
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities The Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist is responsible for the prevention, investigation, monitoring and reporting of the spread of diseases in the long term care facility. Conducts, monitors and evaluates the Infection Prevention surveillance program to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious diseases to residents, visitors, volunteers, physicians and employees. Works closely with facility leadership and utilizes resources to implement Infection Prevention policies, procedures and programs. Provides Infection Prevention education, conducts epidemiological investigations and recommends improvements. In conjunction with the Infection Control Committee and in consultation with facility leadership, may institute any appropriate control measures, isolation procedures or studies when there is an immediate infection risk to residents or personnel. Qualifications Education
- Associate's Degree in Nursing required
- Certificate of Infection Prevention Training in Long Term Care Infection Control by a recognized association such as the Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC) or the Centers of Disease Control (CDC) required Experience
- 3 years of relevant experience in a Long Term Care setting required
- Working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious disease and aseptic technique to include standard and transmission based precautions required Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required
- BLS - Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers by American Heart Association (AHA) required Disclaimers
- Pay ranges listed are an estimate and subject to change.
- If any bonuses are noted, they are only applicable to external hires meeting criteria.