Infection Prevention Nurse

$78,603 - $89,606/Yr

The Devereux Foundation - West Chester, PA

Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - West Chester, PA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Infection Prevention Nurse at Devereux Pennsylvania Children's Services is responsible for ensuring compliance with infection prevention policies and procedures within residential treatment programs for children and adolescents. This role involves monitoring and treating infections, administering vaccinations, and serving as a leader in infection prevention practices. The position is full-time, Monday to Friday, and focuses on providing care to a vulnerable population with various behavioral and developmental challenges.

Responsibilities

• Ensure center compliance with state and federal regulations regarding monitoring and treating infections.
• Administer vaccinations and complete all necessary reporting requirements.
• Serve as a leader and expert for infection prevention procedures and practices.
• Represent DPACS to external agencies including the Vaccine Program for Children, CDC, and PA Department of Health.
• Collect and report data on infections and track antibiotic use.
• Coordinate vaccine administration for students and staff.
• Ensure Joint Commission standards related to infection control practices are followed.

Requirements

• Pennsylvania RN license required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred.
• Previous clinical experience in a behavioral healthcare setting required.
• Experience with Infection Prevention policy, procedures, audits, and guidelines preferred.
• Experience with individuals with cognitive and/or behavioral challenges or medically complex conditions.
• Proficient computer skills and mastery of Microsoft Office Applications.
• Experience with data collection/analyzing platforms (Radar, Pro-Filer, etc.).
• Strong organizational skills and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in crisis prevention/intervention and trauma-informed care.
• Knowledge of cultural competencies.

Benefits

• Pay: $37.79 - $43.08 / hour
• $6,000 Sign On Bonus (for external applicants only)
• Comprehensive training in crisis prevention/intervention, trauma informed care, CPR, first aid, and cultural competencies.
• ASCEND- Career Accelerator Program with 100% tuition coverage and student loan repayment.
• Benefit eligibility after 30 days of employment.