QUALIFICATIONS OF AN INFECTION PREVENTIONIST INCLUDE:

• RN license in the State of Massachusetts
• Degree in nursing, epidemiology, biology, 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 with the ability to work with both
• 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
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WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As an Infection Preventionist, you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control programs. You will be practitioner, resource, consultant, educator, and facilitator for all staff to ensure a safe environment throughout our facility.

KEY 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

If you are a vigilant, detail-oriented, healthcare professional whose personal mission is safeguarding the world from infection, we encourage you to join our team as an Infection Preventionist! Make a real difference in people’s lives in an organization where your expertise and dedication are valued and appreciated.

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