We are seeking a full time Infection Control Practitioner in San Leandro.

Kindred Hospital San Francisco Bay Area is a 99-bed long-term acute care hospital we offer the same critical care patients receive in a traditional hospital or intensive care unit, but for an extended recovery period. Our team plays a vital role in the recovery process for chronic, critically ill and medically complex patients. We are located about 7 miles east of Oakland International Airport right off MacArthur Freeway (I-580) at: 2800 Benedict Dr, San Leandro, CA 94577.

Our Infection Control Practitioner consults with physicians, managers, and staff for the management of infectious and/or immuno-suppressed patients. Develops, implements, and continually monitors the infection control policies and procedures for all departments.

As an Infection Control Practitioner you will:

• Implements a surveillance system for detecting and monitoring hospital acquired and community infections. Ensures compliance to regulatory requirements.
• Provides physicians and staff with updates of infection control policy changes.
• Investigates outbreaks or clusters of infections. Monitors, analyzes, and interprets bacteriology reports and infection statistics, recommends appropriate control measures to prevent dissemination of resistant microorganisms and pathogens.
• Consults with physicians, managers, and staff for the management of infectious and/or immuno-suppressed patients.
• Participates in Infection Control Committees.
• Collaborates with local and state health departments in the prevention, control, and appropriate reporting of communicable diseases.
• Participates in ongoing infection control educational programs for employees, including TB, HIV/Hep/Universal Precautions. May educate patients as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in nursing or healthcare related field.
• Current state licensure as Registered Nurse / RN.
• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• San Leandro, CA 94577: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person