Infection Control Manager jobs in Modesto, CA

Infection Control Manager develops and implements infection control policies designed to reduce or eliminate outbreaks in the facility. Develops and implements facility-wide infection prevention and control measures to protect patients, staff and visitors. Being an Infection Control Manager monitors patient care for compliance with established standards and investigates known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control. Develops and provides related education to staff. Additionally, Infection Control Manager complies with state, federal and Joint Commission standards relating to infection control. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Infection Control Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Infection Control Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Infection Control Prevention Officer, LPN/LVN
  • Covenant Living
  • Turlock, CA FULL_TIME
  • We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us!

    The Infection Preventionist is responsible for the facility infection prevention and control program (IPCP), and the antibiotic stewardship program (ASP), which are designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.
    Establish and manage a facility-wide system for the prevention, identification, investigation, and control of infections of residents, staff, and visitors, including surveillance designed to identify possible communicable diseases or infections before they spread.

    Establishment, oversight, and enforcement of facility Infection Control Program (program management)

    • Establish a facility-wide system for the prevention, identification, investigation, and control of infections of residents, staff, and visitors, including surveillance designed to identify possible communicable diseases or infections before they spread
    • Create and manage a system for preventing, identifying, reporting, investigating, and controlling infections and communicable diseases for all residents, staff, volunteers, visitors, and other individuals providing services under a contractual arrangement based upon the facility assessment and following accepted national standards
    • Create and manage written standards, policies, and procedures for the program, which must include, but are not limited to:
      • A system of surveillance designed to identify possible communicable diseases or infections before they can spread to other persons in the facility;
      • When and to whom possible incidents of communicable disease or infections should be reported;
      • Standard and transmission-based precautions to be followed to prevent spread of infections
    • Conduct outbreak investigations
    • Maintain a system for reporting possible incidents of communicable diseases to local, state, or national agencies as required
    • Assess the need for, develop, and implement written policies and procedures for infection control, including those for standard precautions and for transmission-based precautions, including when these should be used, the duration of use, and the type of precautions needed for a particular infection or organism.
    • Enforce policies prohibiting staff with communicable diseases or infected skin lesions from direct contact with residents and their food, and enforce hand hygiene policies consistent with accepted standards of practices.
    • Be accountable for surveillance of healthcare-acquired and community-acquired infections for residents, staff, volunteers, and visitors

    Collaborate and communicate effectively with key stakeholders (regulatory requirement management, quality control assurance, and continuous improvement)

    • Collaborate with the facility leadership and the medical director to develop, implement, and evaluate the annual infection prevention goals and action plan
    • Partner with facility leaders, physicians, and local, state, and national agencies on activities related to infection prevention
    • Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and ensure that the facility leaders are informed of appropriate issues; understand and comply with infection control, safety, and OSHA procedures and regulations.
    • Incorporate IPC process and outcome measures into the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.

    Design and conduct facility training on Infection Prevention and Control (education and training)

    • Assess the need for, develop, and present IPCP in-service education for individual departments, general orientation, and conduct annual review as needed.  Education includes but is not limited to:
      • Hand hygiene
      • Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization
      • Specific direct and indirect care settings
      • Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and devices
      • Use of isolation/barrier precautions when indicated
      • Resident placement, transfer, and discharge
      • Environmental hazards
      • Use of patient care products and medical equipment
      • Resident immunization program

    Occupational Health

    • Provide consultation to occupational health personnel in the following areas:
      • Occupational health policies and procedures related to IPC
      • Risk of occupational exposures to infectious disease
      • Rates and trends of occupational exposures
      • Work restrictions and recommendations related to communicable diseases or following an exposure
    • Assist with immunization and screening programs as needed.

    EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

    Required Degree:  Associate degree or LPN/LVN certificate

             

    Preferred Degree:  Bachelor’s degree

    Certificate(s):

    • Must hold an active LPN / LVN Nursing license in good standing
    • Professional training in nursing, medical technology, microbiology, epidemiology, or other related field; and have completed specialized training in infection prevention and control as required by the state

    Experience: 

    • Be qualified by education, training, experience, or certification in infection control.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:

    • Conduct analysis and formulate conclusions
    • Identify occurrences, reservoirs, incubation periods, periods of communicability, modes of transmission, signs and symptoms, and susceptibility associated with the infectious disease process
    • Interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests
    • Differentiate between colonization and infection
    • Differentiate between prophylactic, empiric, and therapeutic uses of antimicrobials
    • Foster effective working relationships and build consensus
    • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
    • Plan, organize, prioritize, work independently, and meet deadlines
    • Use judgment and make sound decisions
    • Work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization
    • Speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the safe and effective performance of the job

    PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

    • Mobility to move around campus and skilled nursing facility.
    • May encounter unpleasant circumstances. 
    • Must be able to speak, write and read clearly in English. 
    • Must be able to instruct in the use of related nursing equipment.

    Compensation Pay Range:

    $ - $

    For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

    • Medical, dental and vision insurance
    • Employer paid group term life and disability
    • Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
    • 403(b) with a 3% employer match
    • Fitness center use at most facilities.
    • Various voluntary benefits:
      • Life, AD&D
      • Tuition assistance and scholarships
      • Employee assistance program
      • Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
      • Pet Insurance

    For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

    Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

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Construction Quality Control Manager
  • GovGig
  • Los Banos, CA FULL_TIME
  • The Quality Control Manager is responsible for implementing and maintaining the quality control plan as required and is responsible for the overall quality control for the project. Key Responsibilitie...
  • 4 Days Ago

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Infection Preventionist
  • Main West PostAcute
  • Turlock, CA FULL_TIME
  • LVN RN Infection Preventionist What We're Looking For: We are seeking to hire self-motivated, efficient and responsible Infection Preventionist looking to grow and be part of a caring team. This is a ...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Patterson, CA - Field Inspector - Insurance Loss Control
  • H & S Loss Control Inspections
  • Patterson, CA 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...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Merced, CA - Field Inspector - Insurance Loss Control
  • H & S Loss Control Inspections
  • Merced, CA 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...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Modesto, CA - Field Inspector - Insurance Loss Control
  • H & S Loss Control Inspections
  • Modesto, CA 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...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Short term contract LVN Needed
  • FullShift Staffing, LLC
  • Modesto, CA
  • FullShift Staffing, LLC - FullShift Staffing is looking for LVN's to come on Perdiem/Part-time or Full-time. New Graduat...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LOOKING FOR LVN AM/PM/NOC LOCAL CA-CONTRACTS
  • FullShift Staffing, LLC
  • Modesto, CA
  • FullShift Staffing, LLC - Objective Provides nursing care within scope of practice to ensure patients needs are met in a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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LVN - F/T Days
  • Community Hospice
  • Modesto, CA
  • Job Description Job Description SUMMARY: As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the LVN works under the general dire...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Travel Contract- California
  • FullShift Staffing, LLC
  • Stockton, CA
  • FullShift Staffing, LLC - Objective Provides nursing care within scope of practice to ensure patients needs are met in a...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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RN - Registered Nurse [TELEMETRY UNIT]
  • WELLTECH PARTNERS
  • Modesto, CA
  • Job Description Job Description AT LEAST 6 MONTHS TELEMETRY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED. PAY RATE: $50 to $60 per hour SHIFT: 12...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist
  • VibrantCare Rehabilitation
  • Manteca, CA
  • Description At VibrantCare Rehab we deliver quality in all that we do. We treat each other with respect and promote a po...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Med Tech/Resident Assistant
  • Bethany Home
  • Modesto, CA
  • Job Description Job Description AM/PM Shift Available, Also Full Time NOC shift Available. The Medication Technician wil...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health Full Time
  • CenterWell Home Health
  • Stockton, CA
  • Become a part of our caring community and help us put health first As a Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant, you wi...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

Modesto /məˈdɛstoʊ/ (Spanish for "modest"), officially the City of Modesto, is the county seat and largest city of Stanislaus County, California, United States. With a population of approximately 201,165 at the 2010 census, it is the 18th largest city in the state of California and forms part of the Modesto–Merced combined statistical area. The Modesto Census County Division, which includes the cities of Ceres and Riverbank, had a population of 312,842 as of 2010[update]. Modesto is located in the Central Valley, 90 miles (140 km) north of Fresno, 40 miles (64 km) north of Merced, California, ...
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