Hebrew Center For Health And Rehabilitation - West Hartford, CT
posted 18 days ago
Full-time - Mid Level
West Hartford, CT
11-50 employees
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
About the position
The Infection Preventionist (RN) at Hebrew Center for Health & Rehabilitation is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control programs within the facility. This role serves as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator to ensure a safe environment for residents and staff. The position emphasizes the importance of safeguarding against infections and requires a detail-oriented healthcare professional committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of aging guests and their families.
Responsibilities
- Provide oversight of infection control and prevention program to identify and prevent the spread of infections for residents and staff.
- Review, update and direct the implementation of infection control & prevention policies and procedures.
- Oversee the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, the Employee Health Program and Universal Influenza Program.
- Serve as a member of the Quality Assessment & Assurance Committee.
- Ensure compliance to new hire screening, documentation and immunization reporting per state and federal regulatory requirements.
- Perform rounds to identify potential hazards, monitor infection control practices, identify educational needs and evaluate compliance with standard and transmission based precautions.
- Develop and deliver staff education programs to all staff.
- Track, analyze and present surveillance trends and develop action plans in conjunction with QAPI process.
- Maintain records and reporting as required by state and federal regulations.
Requirements
- Valid state nursing license
- Degree in nursing, epidemiology, biology, or microbiology
- Infection Control and Prevention Certification is required prior to assuming the role
- Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
- Strong clinical, organizational, and decision-making skills
- Experience in a Long-Term Care or similar healthcare setting preferred
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a Long-Term Care or similar healthcare setting preferred
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
- Comprehensive training and mentorship
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
