Infection Preventionist
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Are you experienced with Infection Prevention policy, procedures, and guidelines? Are you looking for a Full Time Day position Monday- Friday? Are you looking to join a team working with a Children population where your experience in IP is valued?

Devereux Pennsylvania Children's Services with programs located in West Chester and Malvern Pa is currently seeking an experienced Infection Preventionist (RN) to join our team! As a Infection Preventionist at Devereux PA Children's Services (DPACS), you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need.

The Infection Preventionist (RN) is part of our Medical Services team at our residential treatment Programs for children & adolescents located our West Chester and Malvern, PA campuses. Our programs provide clinical treatment, educational instruction and behavioral intervention services to children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges and disorders.

Every day as a Infection Preventionist you will...

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

You will be offered:

• Pay: $37.79 - $43.08 / hour
• $6,000 Sign On Bonus (Sign on bonus for external applicants only)

$2,0000 at 90 days (3 months)

$2,000 at 180 days (6 months)

$2,000 at 1 year

• Schedule: 8am-4pm, Monday-Friday
• Comprehensive training in crisis prevention/intervention, trauma informed care, CPR, first aid, and cultural competencies
• ASCEND- Career Accelerator Program the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential. This program includes 100% of tuition covered and student loan repayment, among other benefits!
• BENEFIT ELIGIBILITY AFTER 30 DAYS OF EMPLOYMENT (1st day of the 1st pay period after 30 days, learn more at mydevereuxbenefits.org)

Devereux Pennsylvania Children's Services (DPACS) center serves children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges and disorders. Located in West Chester and Malvern Pennsylvania, services provided include psychiatric residential treatment (PRTF), acute inpatient psychiatric hospital (AIP), assessment services, community-based mental health services, community-based employment training and social skills training, and approved private school educational services to male and female children and adolescents (6-21 years of age) with diagnoses of intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, concomitant psychiatric and behavioral challenges often associated with experiencing some level of trauma in their lives. A primary focus throughout the program is the philosophy of Program-Wide Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PW-PBIS), a program-wide system of care that promotes and rewards positive behaviors, and prevents negative behaviors, to create safe, supportive living environments. Each year, more than 1,000 children and adolescents receive specialized care, in the environment best suited to the unique challenges they face, all with the goal of providing each child with the academic, social, emotional and life skills needed to flourish in their home community.

EDUCATION: Pennsylvania RN license required, Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree preferred

EXPERIENCE: Previous clinical experience in a behavioral healthcare setting required. Experience with Infection Prevention policy, procedures, audits and guidelines preferred. Candidates should have experience with individuals with cognitive and/or behavioral challenges or medically complex conditions. Proficient computer skills, mastery of Microsoft Office Applications, experience with data collection/analyzing platforms (Radar, Pro-Filer, and/or other internal and external software applications pertinent to the position). Strong organizational skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Requires ability to work independently, prioritize, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and adhere to established guidelines.

Valid driver's license must be maintained.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.