What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Development Coordinator / Infection Preventionist position at Casa de Ramana Rehabilitation Center?
Casa de Ramana is looking for a Staff Development Coordinator/ Infection P4reventionist to join our team. Come be a part of our caring community where you can make a difference. Our Candidate should be dependable and a team player. RN Preferred, Also Long-Term Care experience is a must.
Benefits:
401(k) Retirement Planning with Company Match.
A comprehensive, outstanding benefit package that includes generous vacation, holiday pay, health, dental, vision insurance. Eligibility starting at 24 hours per week.
Wellness Benefits.
100% paid by employer life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
Monthly Employee Recognition program.
Free onsite parking.
$3,000 yearly tuition reimbursement.
The Staff Development Coordinator / Infection Preventionist is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of programs and practices relating to clinical services including staff development and infection control. This includes:
Conduct rounds to monitor staff assignments, and resident concerns and adjusts as dictated by circumstances and resident needs.
Serves as the Staff Development Educator for all shifts, all staff.
Participate in the staff evaluation process by providing attendance records and any observation of employee’s performance during work.
Maintain records of content of educational programs/training and attendance
Have working knowledge of the practice acts for each discipline of nursing and is able to assist the staff in each level, to function safely within these standards.
Demonstrate ability to positively influence staff to perform at their highest level of skill and knowledge and maintain professional appearance and interventions with residents, other staff and community at large.
The primary purpose of the Infection Preventionist is to plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct the center’s infection prevention and control program and its activities in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern such programs, and as may be directed by the Director of Nursing and the Infection Prevention and Control Committee to ensure that an effective infection prevention and control program is always maintained.
Qualification of the Staff Development Coordinator / Infection Preventionist
At least 4 year of clinical nursing experience.
At least 2 years of progressive management or staff development / infection preventionist experience in the nursing home/long-term care setting.
Must have strong customer service skills.
MUST BE A LICENSED NURSE IN MASSACHUSETTS. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Registered Nurse, RN, or Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, with nursing management/leadership experience. Resumes for candidates that are not nurses are unqualified and will not be considered.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Other languages helpful but not required.
Knowledge of the Virtual Gateway is a plus.
Certification as an Infection Preventionist Required (must be obtained within 6 months of accepting this position).
Employee is required to always maintain current Infection Preventionist Certification.
Must be energetic, personable, professional, and reliable.
Must be extremely organized, able to prioritize job functions and responsibilities.
Must have significant computer experience including with an electronic medical record, PCC preferred, Word and Excel.
Must be highly motivated and have high attention to detail and efficiency.
Must have strong customer service skills.
A Landmark Management Solutions Center
An Equal Opportunity Employee
INDC25
Benefits:
401(k) Retirement Planning with Company Match.
A comprehensive, outstanding benefit package that includes generous vacation, holiday pay, health, dental, vision insurance. Eligibility starting at 24 hours per week.
Wellness Benefits.
100% paid by employer life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
Monthly Employee Recognition program.
Free onsite parking.
$3,000 yearly tuition reimbursement.
The Staff Development Coordinator / Infection Preventionist is responsible for the implementation and evaluation of programs and practices relating to clinical services including staff development and infection control. This includes:
Conduct rounds to monitor staff assignments, and resident concerns and adjusts as dictated by circumstances and resident needs.
Serves as the Staff Development Educator for all shifts, all staff.
Participate in the staff evaluation process by providing attendance records and any observation of employee’s performance during work.
Maintain records of content of educational programs/training and attendance
Have working knowledge of the practice acts for each discipline of nursing and is able to assist the staff in each level, to function safely within these standards.
Demonstrate ability to positively influence staff to perform at their highest level of skill and knowledge and maintain professional appearance and interventions with residents, other staff and community at large.
The primary purpose of the Infection Preventionist is to plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct the center’s infection prevention and control program and its activities in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern such programs, and as may be directed by the Director of Nursing and the Infection Prevention and Control Committee to ensure that an effective infection prevention and control program is always maintained.
Qualification of the Staff Development Coordinator / Infection Preventionist
At least 4 year of clinical nursing experience.
At least 2 years of progressive management or staff development / infection preventionist experience in the nursing home/long-term care setting.
Must have strong customer service skills.
MUST BE A LICENSED NURSE IN MASSACHUSETTS. The ideal candidate will hold a valid Registered Nurse, RN, or Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, with nursing management/leadership experience. Resumes for candidates that are not nurses are unqualified and will not be considered.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Other languages helpful but not required.
Knowledge of the Virtual Gateway is a plus.
Certification as an Infection Preventionist Required (must be obtained within 6 months of accepting this position).
Employee is required to always maintain current Infection Preventionist Certification.
Must be energetic, personable, professional, and reliable.
Must be extremely organized, able to prioritize job functions and responsibilities.
Must have significant computer experience including with an electronic medical record, PCC preferred, Word and Excel.
Must be highly motivated and have high attention to detail and efficiency.
Must have strong customer service skills.
A Landmark Management Solutions Center
An Equal Opportunity Employee
INDC25
Salary : $125,000 - $135,000
