Infection Preventionist Nurse
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JOB DESCRIPTIONTITLE: Infection Preventionist NurseREPORTS TO: Director of NursingI. JOB SUMMARYThe Infection Prevention Nurse is responsible for overseeing the Infection Control Program. TheInfection Prevention Nurse systematically collects and assesses data in collaboration with theteam to provide therapeutic, evidenced based care. The Infection Control Nurse workscollaboratively with the team to develop plans of care and documents progress towardachieving defined outcomes. This includes assessing the effectiveness and the needs of theprogram, development and planning of services, organizing and coordinating theimplementation of services, monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness and efficiency of theprograms and services. The position requires the knowledge of epidemiology and application ofpublic health practices in the facility, with the goal of implementing effective and efficientprocedures and policies to combat disease transmission among residents and staff. TheInfection Preventionist Nurse is accountable for maintaining compliance with current federal,state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, facility policies, and as directed by AldenManagement Services.II. QUALIFICATIONSA. Prefer a graduate of a four year college with one year's experience in the health careor long term care field or have an equivalent combination of education andexperience.B. Requires excellent communication skills, verbal and written.C. Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an RN or an LPN in thestate(s) where facility(s) are located.D. Must be able to work scheduled hours, including some weekends.E. Must have completed an approved Infection Preventionist course requirements orattainment of such courses within 30 days after employment.F. Must be knowledgeable of short term practices and procedures, as well as somefamiliarity with laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to Long Term care.G. Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified within 90 days ofemployment.H. Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures.I. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstanceswarrant such action.J. Leads and supervises to create a positive working atmosphere.K. Committed to improving the quality of life for those we serve and possess the abilityto work in a team environment that is resident centered.L. Must have strong interpersonal skills and advanced customer service skills.2 02/2023M. Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with patients, family members, hospital andfacility personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.N. Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to workharmoniously with other personnel.III. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSA. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.B. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.C. Must possess sight/ hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable thesesenses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can befully met.D. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability.E. Must be able to relate well and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionallyupset and at times hostile people within the facility.F. Must be able to comply with facility Covid19 testing requirementsG. Prolonged standing/walking is required.H. May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., in excessof 50 lbs throughout the day.I. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., includingexposure to the (HIV) AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.IV. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSA. Ensure that all infection control procedures are followed in accordance withestablished company policies and procedures.B. Work collaboratively with all disciplines within the facility.C. Maintain current, accurate, and updated infection logD. Oversee Antibiotic Stewardship ProgramE. Ensure McGreer's criteria is followed through completion of the infection reportform.F. Tracking and trending transmission based precautions & antibiotic usageG. Daily observation on facility infection control process in all departments.H. Ensure active surveillance and education on infection control practices on allshifts.I. Assist nursing leadership with completing competencies for staff on infectioncontrol practices.J. Evaluate and assess all new and re-admissions for active infectionsK. Oversees compliance of antibiotic tracking forms while residents are onantibiotics.L. Ensure care plans related to infection control are completed and updatedM. In-service and educate staff on Infection Control Program3 02/2023N. Assist with other managerial aspects of the Nursing Department as part of acollaborative team.O. Follow current established standards of nursing practices and assist staff withimplementation of practicesP. Collaborate with non-nursing departments on infection control awarenessQ. Work with facility to ensure XDRO registry is being checked prior to admissionsand readmissions.R. Participate in staff meetings, QA meetings, team meetings, in-services and othermeetings as requested or needed.S. Maintain a professional, cooperative relationship among facility staff throughcommunication, cooperation and teamwork.T. Collaborate with Director of Nursing in the planning, coordination, andimplementation of the Infection Control Program.U. Educate patients, families or responsible parties about the facility infectioncontrol program and facility practices.V. Accept and support the Alden Mission, Our Promise, Customer Service Valuesand Motto.W. Accepts and supports the Clinical Leadership & AdministratorX. Directly collaborates with employees and instruct staff providing education andtraining to promote job knowledge related to Infection Control program andservices.Y. Identify problems, develop and implement solutions with the assistance of theDON and Administrator.Z. Performs other duties as assigned.I, , have read the above Job Description and fullyunderstand the conditions set forth therein, and I will perform the duties of InfectionPreventionist Nurse to the best of my ability, and understand I will have a jobPerformance/Competency evaluation annually with the understanding I will participate ineducation in-services as indicated.Employee Signature Date