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Job Title: Quality Assurance Nurse / Infection Preventionist (RN/LPN)
Profession: Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse
Specialty: Quality Assurance & Infection Control
Location: Flagstaff, Arizona
Shift Details:
- Day Shift (Flexible Schedule)
- Options: 07:00 AM – 03:00 PM / 08:00 AM – 04:00 PM / 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
- Monday – Friday
- Occasional weekend requirements
Job Duration: 13 Weeks (or as applicable)
Job Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Nurse / Infection Preventionist (RN/LPN) to support compliance, staff education, and infection control initiatives within a healthcare facility. This role combines quality assurance, regulatory compliance, staff training, and infection prevention responsibilities to ensure high standards of patient care and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
Quality Assurance & Compliance:
- Implement and monitor policies and procedures related to quality assurance
- Conduct audits, observations, and interviews to ensure regulatory compliance
- Analyze data and generate reports for Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
- Review CASPER reports and develop performance improvement plans (PIPs)
- Monitor corrective action plans and compliance with regulatory standards
- Assist in survey preparation and regulatory inspections
- Investigate incidents, including non-compliance and resident concerns
Infection Prevention & Control:
- Conduct infection control surveillance and daily rounds
- Track and trend infections using McGeer and non-McGeer criteria
- Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and care plans
- Stay current with guidelines from regulatory bodies (e.g., CMS, CDC)
Staff Education & Training:
- Identify training needs and develop educational programs for staff
- Conduct training sessions related to compliance and infection prevention
- Evaluate training effectiveness and maintain training records
- Support competency development and continuous education initiatives
Collaboration & Leadership:
- Chair and coordinate Quality Assurance and Infection Control committee meetings
- Work closely with leadership, including Administrator and Director of Nursing
- Support interdisciplinary teams to improve quality outcomes
Required Skills & Experience:
- Strong knowledge of quality assurance and infection control practices
- Experience with QAPI, audits, and regulatory compliance
- Understanding of nursing home regulations (OBRA, CMS guidelines)
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across all organizational levels
Qualifications & Requirements:
- Active Arizona RN or LPN License – Required
- Infection Preventionist Certification – Required
- DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card – Required
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License – Required (in-state travel required)
For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732 791 4807 - EXT 4807.