Staff Nurse - RN - Infection Control jobs in Huntington, WV
Staff Nurse - RN - Infection Control performs hospital-wide surveillance and data collection as part of an overall infection-control program. Investigates possible incidences of infection and implements remedial action. Being a Staff Nurse - RN - Infection Control works with the infection control committee to establish infection control standards and procedures, and educates staff on how to prevent and control infections. Informs the appropriate state and county organizations of any reportable infections and diseases. Additionally, Staff Nurse - RN - Infection Control typically requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires a valid state RN license. May require CIC certification. Staff Nurse - RN - Infection Control's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Infection Control Nurse - RN
- Heritage Center - Huntington, WV
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Huntington, WV
FULL_TIME
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Genesis HealthCare is the nation's leading provider of healthcare services from short-term to long-term care and a wide variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is delivered by bringing together people like you -- passionate, highly skilled and motivated to make a difference.
Protecting the safety and health of our patients/residents and employees is our utmost concern at Genesis. Join as an Infection Control Nurse -- RN to support that goal. In this role, you will serve as the nursing centers' prevention and control officer and function as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator and facilitator. Your focus is infection prevention - control activities, outcome - process surveillance, outbreak management and employee health.
Position Highlights
Oversee the nursing centers' Infection Control and Prevention Program to minimize the risk of infection.
Manage the employee health program which includes the universal influenza program.
Facilitate infection control training for all newly hired employees and conduct annual competency training for nurses administering tuberculosis testing.
Review the immunization documentation/status for all new hires with the center to ensure compliance
Develop education programs in response infection control needs identified through Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement, rounding and center quality measures
Why Genesis?
We improve the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality healthcare and everyday compassion!
We Care Deeply about YOU! Guided by our Core Values, Code of Conduct and Ethics program, we foster a culture of care and compassion. We focus on improving the quality of care through creativity and innovation, honesty and integrity in all we do.
We Develop YOU! We provide career ladders, education and training opportunities so you can build a long and successful career with Genesis.
We Appreciate YOU! We value your contributions to the Genesis mission and vision and instill an environment of teamwork and enjoyment in working together. We recognize and celebrate our shared successes.
We are Committed to YOU! We know you are the vital link between Genesis, our patients and residents! We inspire you to be your best self.
Benefits- Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
- Variable compensation plans
- Inclusive workplace with DEI committee
- Nursing Student Loan Debt Repayment and Tuition Assistance
- Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
- Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
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Qualifications:
Must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing. BSN preferred Infection Control and Prevention certification is strongly preferred. This specialty certification must be obtained within the first 2 years of employment if not already in place A minimum of three years full-time or equivalent nursing experience is required with a minimum of two years of nursing experience in long-term care nursing. One year experience in a management/administrative or supervisory capacity is preferred. Previous experience in infection control is preferred. Must work flexible hours in order to meet with employees working evening and night shifts. To protect the health and safety of our patients, residents, employees, family members, and the communities we serve, Genesis has implemented a universal COVID-19 vaccination requirement for employees, care partners and onsite vendors.
Other Info
Position Type: Full Time
Job City: Huntington
Requisition Number: 443565
Not Stated - 1 Month Ago
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About Huntington, West Virginia
Huntington is in the southwestern corner of West Virginia, on the border with Ohio, on the southern bank of the Ohio River, at the confluence with the Guyandotte River. The city lies within the ecoregion of the Western Allegheny Plateau. Most of the city is in Cabell County, for which it is the county seat. A portion of the city, mainly the neighborhood of Westmoreland, is in Wayne County. Huntington is commonly divided into four main sections. The north/south divider is the CSX railroad tracks, while the east/west divider is First Street. Residents of Huntington are called "Huntingtonians."
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Income Estimation for Staff Nurse - RN - Infection Control jobs
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