Regional Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Consultant at Crain Automotive

Tacoma, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Infection Prevention, Clinical Staff Education, Regulatory Compliance, Outbreak Management, Environmental Auditing, Antibiotic Stewardship, Clinical Competency Tracking, Employee Health Record Management, NHSN Reporting, Crisis Communication, Staff Onboarding, Clinical Simulation, Electronic Medical Records, Learning Management Systems, Surveillance, Audit

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are seeking a Regional Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Consultant to lead infection control programs and clinical staff education across skilled nursing facilities. You will reduce healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs), ensure regulatory compliance (CMS, CDC, OSHA, DOH), and onboard/train nursing staff. Salary: $100k-$150k KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Infection Prevention (50%) * Develop, implement, and monitor facility infection prevention & control plans (IPCP) per CMS F-tag F880. * Conduct weekly/daily infection surveillance (e.g., COVID-19, UTI, MDROs, respiratory outbreaks) and report to public health as required. * Lead outbreak management: isolation guidance, cohorting, PPE supply chain, and rapid testing protocols. * Perform environmental rounds, hand hygiene audits, and antibiotic stewardship activities. * Chair the Infection Prevention & Control Committee (IPCC) at each facility. Staff Development (50%) * Oversee new hire orientation and annual mandatory in-services (e.g., abuse prevention, dementia care, emergency preparedness). * Track clinical competencies: BLS/CPR, infection control certification (CIC prep), bloodborne pathogens, and OSHA safety. * Coordinate with nursing leadership to address skill gaps via hands-on teaching, simulation, or e-learning modules. * Maintain employee health records (immunizations, TB testing, fit testing for N95s). * Ensure 100% compliance with state-mandated continuing education hours for licensed staff. Regional Oversight * Travel between assigned facilities weekly to audit, train, and consult. * Prepare each building for state/federal surveys (DOH, CMS) – correct infection control deficiencies in real time. * Analyze HAI data (NHSN reporting) and present quarterly trends to regional leadership. QUALIFICATIONS * Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (RN required; BSN preferred). * Licensure: Active and unencumbered RN license in [State Name]. * Certifications: Must obtain CIC (Certification in Infection Control) within 12–18 months of hire. CPR Instructor certification strongly preferred. * Experience: Minimum 2 years in long-term care / skilled nursing. Previous combined IP/SDC experience or strong clinical education background required. Regional/multi-facility experience a plus. * Travel: Reliable vehicle required; mileage reimbursed. KEY COMPETENCIES * Deep knowledge of CMS infection control regulations (F880–F886) and OSHA bloodborne pathogen standard. * Ability to pivot between regulatory rigor and frontline teaching. * Proficiency with NHSN surveillance, electronic medical records, and learning management systems (LMS). * Calm under outbreak conditions; strong crisis communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead infection control programs and clinical staff education across multiple skilled nursing facilities to reduce healthcare-acquired infections. Ensure regulatory compliance with CMS, CDC, and OSHA while overseeing new hire orientation and mandatory clinical training.