Infection Control Coordinator jobs in Olympia, WA

Infection Control Coordinator monitors and investigates known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and contain outbreak. Reviews sterilization and disinfection techniques and recommends changes as needed. Being an Infection Control Coordinator provides related education to staff. Prepares simple cultures as needed for environmental and individual studies. Additionally, Infection Control Coordinator evaluates sterilization and disinfection methods and recommends changes as necessary. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Infection Control Coordinator contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be an Infection Control Coordinator typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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DSHS Infection Control Nurse
  • State of Washington
  • King, WA FULL_TIME
  • DSHS Lake Burien - Infection Control Nurse
     
    Be a part of something new! The Lake Burien Transitional Care Facility is being stood up by Washington State’s Department of Social and Health Services, the Department of Children, Youth and Families, Health Care Authority with generous support from MultiCare and Seattle Children’s Hospital. 
    The infection Control Nurse reports to the Director of Nursing and partners with the Executive Leadership to promote sound and scientific infection prevention principles and practices. You will be accountable for decreasing the incidence and transmission of infectious diseases between residents, staff, visitors, and the community through collaborative policy and procedure development.  The Infection Control Nurse plays a key role in maintaining
    regulatory compliance and may require some scheduled observations, training, evenings, and weekends, as conditions dictate.

    The facility will open with 12 beds and 108 full-time employees with potential growth to 24 beds and 196 full-time employees. 

    The property was designed with children and youth in mind and features accessible spaces for onsite educational services and therapies, as well as access to outdoor space. The voluntary facility will initially serve 12 youth. 

    This new therapeutic facility is slated to open in July to help youth, age 13 and older, with co-occurring intellectual and developmental disabilities who have complex needs such as mental illness or substance use disorder.  

    Shift is M-F, 8-5

     
    Some of what you will do

    • Ensure and is accountable for all policies and procedures related to infection control are operationalized for the facility. Promotes sound and scientific prevention principles and practices
    • Maintain professional standards and accountability, licensure, Infection Preventionist, APIC member, maintains professional relationship with Local Health Jurisdiction and Executive Medical Officer
    • Responsible for the Antibiotic Stewardship Program all required infectious disease reporting, all pandemic, DOH and required reporting. Promptly notifies facility leadership of concerns
    • Responsible for the evaluation, investigation, communication, collaboration of infectious or communicable disease concerns on facility grounds and need to initiate transmission-based precaution. This is required 24/7 as needed
    • In charge of the Infection Control Program and committee meetings at the facility and serves as the liaison between staff development to communicate and education safety and staff wellness topics
    •  Infection Control Nurse is responsible for the identification, reporting, investigation, and control of communicable diseases for youth, staff, volunteers, visitors, and other individuals providing services for the facility
    • Provide clinical and technical support, direction, and feedback to staff in a timely manner
    • New employees training for the Infection Control Program and employee wellness specifically to bloodborne pathogens, TB Screening, HEP B, and Vaccinations
    • Participate in annual competency testing of nursing staff around infection control principles
    • Direct and ensure Tuberculosis (TB) screening and blood-borne pathogen training is completed and current for all staff
    • Maintain updated training curriculum, obtains feedback, meet industry standards
    • Maintain proper training records in accordance with all regulatory requirements.
    What we are looking for

    • A valid Washington State license to practice as a registered, professional nurse.
      Desirable Qualifications

      Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing

      AND

      two years of professional nursing experience.

      OR

      Equivalent education/experience.

       

    Preferred Skills and Abilities

    • Ability to work within a team and resolve personal conflicts in a calm, non-threatening manner.
    • Experience working with individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
    • Experience working with psychiatric Youth/Children.
    • Knowledgeable of psychiatric symptoms.
    • Ability to teach, coach, and mentor other.

    To Apply

    • Submit online application
    • Provide chronological resume
    • Provide three professional references with current contact information

    See why people like you chose careers with DSHS:


     
    Questions? Contact the recruiter at chris.pulley@dshs.wa.gov and reference job 04478, or call (360) 725-5810.

    Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
     
    Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
     
      
     
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LPN or RN Infection Control Manager
  • Caldera Care
  • Shelton, WA FULL_TIME
  • Fir Lane Health & Rehabilitation Center in Shelton, WA is now hiring an RN or LPN Infection Control Manager! Come join our amazing team! Pay Range: Up to $51 DOE Who we are: Fir Lane Health & Rehabili...
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WDVA Infection Control Nurse, RN3, Full-Time, Non-Permanent, Washington Veterans Home
  • State of Washington
  • Port Orchard, WA FULL_TIME
  • Infection Control Nurse (Registered Nurse 3)Full-Time - Non-Permanent Washington Veterans Home Here is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door as a State Employee! Our team is excited to anno...
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Pest Control Professional
  • PCI Pest Control
  • Olympia, WA FULL_TIME
  • Why Choose PCI Pest Control: Generous Time Off: Enjoy 3 weeks of PTO plus 7 paid holidays from day one. Work-Life Balance: Benefit from a 4-day workweek with 10-hour shifts, giving you more weekends f...
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Aberdeen, WA - Field Inspector - Insurance Loss Control
  • H & S Loss Control Inspections
  • Aberdeen, WA OTHER
  • Qualified Field Inspectors for Insurance Loss Control are needed in your area! Immediate placement available. Pay: We pay a competitive standard flat fee per case -based on customer as well as, inspec...
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Olympia, WA - Field Inspector - Insurance Loss Control
  • H & S Loss Control Inspections
  • Olympia, WA OTHER
  • Qualified Field Inspectors for Insurance Loss Control are needed in your area! Immediate placement available. Pay: We pay a competitive standard flat fee per case -based on customer as well as, inspec...
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Registered Nurse (RN) $35-$38/HR
  • Aveanna Healthcare
  • Lacey, WA
  • Aveanna Healthcare is seeking compassionate RN's to join our growing team! RNs needed for G-tube reliant patient in Olym...
  • 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Registered Nurse (RN) $35-$38/HR
  • Aveanna Healthcare
  • Tumwater, WA
  • Aveanna Healthcare is seeking compassionate RN's to join our growing team! RNs needed for G-tube reliant patient in Olym...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Acute Dialysis Services Program Manager - RN
  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Olympia, WA
  • PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Ensure the provision of quality patient care to all hospitalized patients in the most efficient manne...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Registered Nurse (RN) $41-44/HR
  • Hiring Now!
  • Steilacoom, WA
  • Registered Nurse (RN) RN Rate $41-44/HR** *Specific Case Rate Only Overnights or weekend AM shifts Vent experience Posit...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Personal Care Attendant (PCA) Caregiver - On-Call
  • Prestige Care - Rosemont Senior Living
  • Yelm, WA
  • Position Details Salary: 16.50 - 23.50 Hourly Full wage range $16.50 -$23.50 Per hr. (DOE & Seniority with Prestige) PTO...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA
  • Regency Olympia Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
  • Olympia, WA
  • Position Details Salary: 22.00 - 25.00 Hourly Status: Full-time Part-time Full-time Day, Eve, or NOC Shift or PRN opport...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Housekeeper
  • South Sound Behavioral Hospital
  • Lacey, WA
  • Job Details Job Location South Sound Behavioral Hospital - Lacey, WA Position Type Per Diem Education Level High School ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Medication Technician - HCA/CNA/NAR/NAC - On-Call
  • Prestige Care - Rosemont Senior Living
  • Yelm, WA
  • Position Details Salary: 17.50 - 24.50 Hourly Questions? Contact RosemontED@prestigecare.com Information About Prestige ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Olympia, Washington

Olympia is the capital of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. European settlers claimed the area in 1846, with the Treaty of Medicine Creek initiated in 1854, and the Treaty of Olympia initiated in January 1856. Olympia was incorporated as a town on January 28, 1859, and as a City in 1882. The population was 46,479 as of the 2010 census, making it the 24th largest city in the state. The city borders Lacey to the east and Tumwater to the south. Olympia is a cultural center of the southern Puget Sound region. Olympia is located 60 miles (100 km) southwest of Seat...
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What does an Infection Control Coordinator do?

Infection Control Coordinator in Mesa, AZ
This presentation gives the entire dental team a summary of why the Infection Control Coordinator is essential and what is expected to ensure adherence.
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Through interdisciplinary and collaborative actions, the INFECTION PREVENTION / CONTROL COORDINATOR is responsible for promoting and implementing infection prevention and control practices and compliance with regulatory agency requirements as well as surveillance, prevention and control of infections within the facility.
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Infection Control Coordinator in Colorado Springs, CO
This is the primary responsibility of the infection control coordinator, also referred to as the infection prevention coordinator.
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