What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Control RN - Registered Nurse position at Cabrini of Westchester?
Infection Control Nurse
Come join us at St. Cabrini Nursing Home! We are a 304-bed, Faith-Based, Nonprofit, Short-Term Rehabilitation and Skilled Geriatric Care facility founded in 1974 in continuation of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini’s legacy of serving those in need through works of healing, teaching, caring and giving.
We are looking to fill the position of Infection Control - RN - Registered Nurse.
- 30 Hours Per Week.
- $54.99 per Hour.
Infection Control - RN - Registered Nurse Qualifications:
- NY RN - Registered Nurse License.
- Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology or certification of completion of the “Nursing Home Infection Preventionist Training Course” by CDC.
- Long-Term Care experience required.
- BLS certification.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends and holidays.
- PCC experience a bonus!
Infection Control - RN - Registered Nurse Job Summary:
- Plan, organize, implement, and direct all infection control activities and programs.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations (OSHA, CDC, NYSDOH, etc.), including
annual reviews of infection control plans and policies. - Develop, update, and maintain the infection control policy and procedure manual; collaborate with
departments to create unit-specific policies. - Collect, analyze, and evaluate data to identify healthcare-associated infections, outbreaks, and other IPC
concerns: conduct targeted studies as directed. - Coordinate and lead the Infection Control Committee.
- Maintain systems for analyzing infection control and quality data, ensuring prompt corrective action
when adverse trends are identified. - Provide facility-wide education on infection control requirements, practices, and policies, act as a
consultant and resource for all departments. - Pursue continuing education and maintain Infection Control Certification.
- Communicate IPC information and findings to committees, staff, and leadership as appropriate.
- Participate in the development and review of occupational health policies and procedures related to
infection prevention. - Assist with analyzing occupational exposure rates and trends.
- Support immunization and screening programs for staff.
- Apply work restrictions and guidelines related to communicable diseases or exposure incidents.
- Conduct staff in-service and competency training, including Person-Centered Care (PCC) education.
- Collaborate with environmental services to reduce cross-contamination risks.
- Act as a resource for staff regarding isolation precautions and transmission-based precautions.
This is a brief overview of job responsibilities and not intended to be all inclusive.
We aim to create a supportive workplace where you are valued, compensated fairly and provided the tools to thrive!
Cabrini of Westchester can offer you:
- Competitive Compensation
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurances
- Flexible Spending Account
- Benefits available 1st of the mo. following 30 days
- Life and supplemental insurances
- Employee Assistance Program with Discount marketplace
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
Please consider joining our team working where The Difference is Love℠!
Cabrini of Westchester is an Equal Opportunity Employer and adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
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