Infection Preventionist, RN - Temporary
Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
INFECTION PREVENTIONIST NURSE (RN/LPN) – Generations at Oakton Pavillion, Des Plaines, IL
Generations at Oakton Pavillion in Des Plaines, IL, has an Immediate Opening for a Temporary Full Time Infection Control Nurse (Nursing Home Infection Preventionist). Must be RN.
**IP Certification + Experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility Required**
Hourly Rate of Between $35 - $43, (Depending on Level of Experience)
Are you looking for an organization with stability, longevity, and a collaborative work culture? Join us, share our passion for excellence in patient care and love what you do! Apply now!
Responsibilities of the Infection Preventionist (RN/LPN):
- Support the facility's philosophy of care and strive to achieve its goals and objectives
- Follow the documentation format for all Infection Control reporting
- Follow specific policies and procedures for Infection Control as it relates to the following departments: nursing; maintenance; laundry; dietary; rehabilitation; and ancillary services
- Monitor the documentation of incidents of infection and file for reporting and analysis
- Address patterns or trends in the incidents of infection with appropriate follow-up and corrective action
- Supervise the performance of the corrective procedures by designated departments or individual staff
- Establish the objectives of Infection Control education and provide training and in services to facilitate their attainment
- Maintain the confidentiality of resident information
- Work as weekend Supervisor as part of manager on duty rotation
Requirements:
of the Infection Control Nurse (RN/LPN):
- Must be an experienced RN, licensed in the State of Illinois
- Has Completed at Least the CMS Infection Prevention/Control Course, or Equivalent
- Skilled Nursing Facility Infection Prevention Experience
- Must have working knowledge of general nursing and geriatric nursing
- Knowledge of JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH, HFS regulations
- Compassion, tolerance and understanding of older adults
Generations at Oakton Pavillion is a Premier rehabilitation and skilled nursing community, providing world class healthcare and concierge-like services for seniors. To learn more about this facility, go to our website at?www.generationsoakton.com.
Generations - Our Family Caring for Your Family for Generations to Come”
Equal Opportunity Employer
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