What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse - Employee Health, Infection Prevention, Paramedicine position at Decatur County Hospital (Leon, IA)?
Company Overview
Decatur County Hospital is an 11-bed Critical Access Hospital in Leon, Iowa, providing emergency, ambulance, medical-surgical, and other hospital and specialty services. It is affiliated with Mercy Health Network – Central Iowa and accredited by the Accreditation Association for Hospitals/Health Systems.
Start or change your healthcare career at Decatur County Hospital as a Nurse for our Employee Health, Infection Prevention, and Paramedicine programs.
This role is responsible for coordinating Employee Health and Infection Prevention programs while supporting Community Paramedicine initiatives and patient experience efforts. This position collaborates with leadership, providers, staff, and community partners to promote employee wellness, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and improved health outcomes across the continuum of care.
The nurse is accountable for reducing the risk of the individuals within the hospital being exposed to infections. Establishes and analyzes infection control patient and employee safety procedures and protocols. Coordinates, performs and maintains employee health immunizations and health assessments.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current, unrestricted Iowa RN or LPN License
- Minimum of 2 years nursing experience required, 3 years strongly preferred
- Minimum of 2 years of Employee Health and/or Infection Prevention experience required; 3 years strongly preferred
- Current BLS and ACLS certification, or ability to obtain
- Infection Prevention Certification (CIC) or willingness to obtain
Decatur County Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Leon, IA 50144 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $100,546 - $187,686