Infection Preventionist, RN - Temporary

Job Description

Description:

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)

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?

Generations - Our Family Caring for Your Family for Generations to Come”

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Full-time