Genesis HealthCare is one of the leading providers of healthcare services from short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is delivered by bringing together people like you -- passionate, highly skilled and motivated to make a difference.
Why Genesis? We improve the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality healthcare and everyday compassion! *We Care Deeply about YOU! Guided by our Core Values, Code of Conduct and Ethics program, we foster a culture of care and compassion. We focus on improving the quality of care through creativity and innovation, honesty and integrity in all we do. *We Develop YOU! We provide career ladders, education and training opportunities so you can build a long and successful career with Genesis. *We Appreciate YOU! We value your contributions to the Genesis mission and vision and instill an environment of teamwork and enjoyment in working together. We recognize and celebrate our shared successes. *We are Committed to YOU! We know you are the vital link between Genesis, our patients and residents! We inspire you to be your best self. *We Protect YOU! We take great pride in meeting or exceeding CDC and CMS standards.
The Infection Preventionist is responsible for the nursing center's Infection Prevention and Control Program. This individual is a staff resource, consultant, educator and facilitator focused on Infection Prevention & Control Activities, Outcome & Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management and Employee Health.
Position Highlights *Report to the Director of Nursing *Facilitate infection prevention and control training for newly hired employees. *Review the immunization documentation/status to include tuberculosis for new hires to ensure compliance upon hire. *Create and execute education programs in response to identified infection control needs identified through QAPI, rounding, center quality measures, or any other means. *Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain the Infection Control and Prevention Program for the nursing center
Benefits *Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off *Variable compensation plans *Inclusive workplace with DEI committee *Nursing Student Loan Debt Repayment and Tuition Assistance *Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts *Employee Assistance Program to support mental health *Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.
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Qualifications: *Graduate of an accredited school with a degree in Public Health, Epidemiology, Microbiology, or other related fields is required. *Must complete specialized training in infection prevention and control within 90 days of hire. *Previous experience in infection prevention and control is preferred. *Must be able to work flexible hours in order to meet with employees working evening and night shifts. *Must work at least part-time at the center. To protect the health and safety of our patients, residents, employees, family members, and the communities we serve, Genesis has implemented a universal COVID-19 vaccination requirement for employees, care partners and onsite vendors.
Position Type: Full Time
Requisition Number: 436341
Pay Target:
Not Stated