Infection Preventist - Chicago, IL

Position Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, developing, and implementing health programs, staff educational programs, infection control processes and Quality Improvement projects. The Infection Preventionist/Educator ensures all state and federal mandatory education, infection control, general health, safety training (OSHA), Joint Commission Standards, and community policies/initiatives are fully implemented.

Essential Functions, Key Duties, & Responsibilities

• Organize, plan and implement annual OSHA, JCAHO and State/Federal required in-service training programs to include hazard communication, blood borne pathogens, infection control standards as well as all other mandatory training programs as required by Federal or State regulations.
• Observe and instruct associates in safety policies and procedures.
• Lead all Infection Control related programs and serve as the Infection Preventionist for the community.
• Consistently monitor established policies and procedures pertaining to safety, hazard communications, and universal precautions (proper hand washing, correct usage of personal protective equipment and proper disposal of hazardous materials/waste).
• Serve as a member of the Safety Committee and QAPI Committee by preparing, analyzing and reporting key indicator data.
• Secure and maintain records, reports, instructional manuals, reference manuals, etc. pertinent to educational programs.
• Coordinate with Human Resources to ensure individual associate training records are maintained and in compliance with Federal and State regulations.
• Facilitate in-service training, observing audience response to training, and adjusting delivery and teaching style to maximize participation and retention of material.
• Maintain a good rapport and professional working relationship with all department personnel to enhance appropriate interdepartmental communications.
• Use tact, sensitivity, sound judgement and a professional attitude when working with residents, families, associates, third party vendors and State/Federal entities.
• Serve as a member of the Nursing Administration with on-call responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.

Position Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Licenses/Certifications: active Registered Nurse (RN) license

Experience: 3+ years of clinical experience; preferably in nursing/long term care

Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
• High degree of integrity.
• Strong communicator and capable of leading change.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects and deadlines concurrently.

Travel: Limited travel may be required for training purposes

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