Infection Preventionist

Job Title: Infection Preventionist

Facility: Malley Transitional Care Center

Location: Northglenn, Colorado

About Malley Transitional Care Center:

Malley Transitional Care Center is a dedicated and compassionate skilled nursing facility committed to providing high-quality care to our residents. We foster a warm and supportive environment for both our residents and our team members. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety and well-being, and we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Infection Preventionist to join our team and help us maintain the highest standards of infection control.

Position Summary:

The Infection Preventionist is a crucial member of our healthcare team, responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control practices throughout the facility. This role involves identifying risks, educating staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and ultimately safeguarding the health and well-being of our residents and staff.

Responsibilities:

* Develop, implement, and evaluate the facility's infection prevention and control program based on current guidelines and regulations from organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and state and local health departments.

* Conduct routine surveillance for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), analyze data, and implement targeted interventions to reduce infection rates.

* Investigate and manage suspected outbreaks of infectious diseases, including implementing control measures and reporting as required.

* Develop and deliver comprehensive infection prevention and control education and training to all staff members, including new employee orientation and ongoing in-services.

* Monitor and ensure adherence to infection prevention policies and procedures, including hand hygiene, environmental cleaning and disinfection, sterilization and high-level disinfection, and standard and transmission-based precautions.

* Conduct regular rounds throughout the facility to assess infection control practices and identify potential risks.

* Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, therapists, and environmental services, to integrate infection prevention strategies into all aspects of resident care.

* Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to infection prevention and control.

* Maintain accurate and confidential records of infection surveillance, interventions, and training activities.

* Stay current with emerging infectious diseases, best practices in infection prevention, and changes in regulations and guidelines.

* Serve as a resource for staff, residents, and families regarding infection prevention and control practices.

* Oversee the facility's antibiotic stewardship program.

Qualifications:

* Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Colorado, or other relevant clinical licensure (e.g., Licensed Practical Nurse.

* Prior experience is preferred, preferably in long-term care or infection prevention.

* Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred or willingness to obtain certification within a specified timeframe.

* Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control principles, practices, and regulations.

* Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.

* Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data related to infection surveillance.

* Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

* Demonstrated commitment to quality resident care and a safe work environment.

*On-call rotation required.

Benefits: Health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, etc.

Malley Transitional Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Experience:

• Infection Preventionist: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Northglenn, CO (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Northglenn, CO: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $70,000 - $100,000