IP Nurse/Director of Staff Development (IP/DSD) - Primrose Post Acute

POSITION SUMMARY

The Infection Preventionist/Director of Staff Development is responsible for planning, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining the facility’s Infection Control Program and Employee Health Program, while also coordinating and providing staff orientation, mandatory in-services, training, and education. This role ensures compliance with CDC, OSHA, state, and federal regulations, educates employees on safe practices, assists with regulatory surveys, and promotes high-quality resident care through prevention and education.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESInfection Prevention / Infection Control (Primary Function – 3 Days/Week)

• Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring the facility infection control program in accordance with CDC, OSHA, state, and federal regulations.
• Conduct routine rounds throughout the facility for surveillance, hand hygiene compliance, PPE use, and safe environmental practices.
• Maintain surveillance of residents and staff for healthcare-associated infections; assist in trend tracking and prepare monthly summaries for DON/Administrator.
• Assist the nursing department with care planning and precautions for isolated residents.
• Maintain updated reference materials and ensure infection control policies/procedures remain current.
• Ensure adequate PPE, isolation supplies, and sterilization/decontamination procedures are followed.
• Assist with proper disposal of biohazard waste, sharps, and contaminated materials.
• Participate in or provide documentation for regulatory surveys.
• Prepare written and oral reports related to infection control findings and corrective actions.
• Maintain confidential records of infections, exposures, and employee health information.
• Assist with TB testing, hepatitis B vaccination information, and exposure follow-up per facility policy.
• Participate in the Infection Control Committee and QAPI as required.

Staff Development & Education (Secondary Function – 2 Days/Week)

• Organize and conduct new employee orientation, including resident rights, infection control, safety, emergency procedures, and facility policies.
• Schedule, coordinate, and document required annual in-services and skills validations (OSHA, TB, bloodborne pathogens, etc.).
• Maintain complete and accurate records of staff orientation, competencies, and in-service attendance.
• Ensure in-service and training postings are communicated to staff.
• Assist with scheduling employee health screening and testing (pre-employment and annual).
• Document and coordinate required fire and disaster drills.
• Maintain educational supplies and inventories.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding tasks as needed (posting positions, responding to applicants, contacting candidates).

ADMINISTRATIVE & COMMUNICATION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain accurate logs, documentation, training files, infection data, and health records.
• Prepare reports for the Administrator and DON.
• Maintain confidentiality of all protected resident and employee information.
• Promote positive communication, teamwork, and professional customer service.
• Participate in QAPI, safety meetings, survey readiness, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist with general office and clerical tasks as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by DON or Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current LVN or RN license in good standing in this state.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Basic knowledge of infection control practices, standard/universal precautions, and resident care.
• Strong communication, computer, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• CPR certification preferred.
• APIC training or certification preferred, but not required; facility will provide or support necessary education.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to move intermittently throughout the facility.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 25 lbs and assist with emergency evacuations.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, and computer use.
• Possible exposure to blood/body fluids with required PPE.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor clinical and administrative setting with low to moderate noise.
• Must be able to work under stress, deadlines, and regulatory requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job description is not an exhaustive list of duties. The facility reserves the right to assign or modify responsibilities as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $95,000