Live the Mission: Apply today for more information.: The RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data. Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions. Monitors associate compliance with infection control standards through use of barriers and infection prevention measures. Prepares and presents education for the staff, residents, and families. Serves as a resource to all departments and personnel. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements: Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing) Licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment. CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role. If a facility's resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additional training for the change in the facility's scope of care. Prior experience with geriatrics preferred Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse) Specific Job Requirements: Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDC recommendations Works onsite at the physical facility. May not be an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate location such as a corporate office or affiliated short term acute care facility Holds responsibility for the development and accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices Performs work within the scope of his/her license Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Infection Prevention and Control Program Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training An Equal Opportunity Employer<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xAZl2OSnWhLYkfw853ng%2bQk" width="0" height="0" />

**RN Infection Preventionist**

The RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to healthcare-acquired infections (HAI) and community-acquired infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. This role involves collecting, preparing, and analyzing HAI data, presenting infection data, and making recommendations for actions. The Infection Preventionist monitors associate compliance with infection control standards through the use of barriers and infection prevention measures, and prepares and presents education for staff, residents, and families. Additionally, this position serves as a resource to all departments and personnel.

**Job Description**

- Evaluate the quality of resident care and outcomes related to HAI and CAI.
- Collect, prepare, and analyze HAI data.
- Present infection data and make recommendations for actions.
- Monitor associate compliance with infection control standards.
- Prepare and present education for staff, residents, and families.
- Serve as a resource to all departments and personnel.
- Serve as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agencies including the CDC.
- Serve as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities in accordance with current CDC recommendations.
- Work onsite at the physical facility; may not be an off-site consultant or perform IP work at a separate location.
- Hold responsibility for the development and accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
- Maintain current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices.
- Perform work within the scope of his/her license.
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Be knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility.
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Infection Prevention and Control Program.
- Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas.
- Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
- Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.

**Requirements**

- Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing).
- Licensed/registered in applicable State; must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation; CPR certification must remain current during employment.
- Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role; if a facility's resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additional training for the change in the facility's scope of care.
- Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
- Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse).

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Preventionist

Live the Mission: Position Summary: The RN Unit Manager is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others on his/her respective unit in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements: Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing) Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment. One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. Specific Job Requirements: Advanced knowledge in field of practice Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions: Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well being Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety Coordinate patient care plans and services Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours Read, write, speak, and understand the English language An Equal Opportunity Employer<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?yqFseUf7CkfOJNg0MsT0WQz" width="0" height="0" />

**RN Unit Manager**

The RN Unit Manager is responsible for supervising, implementing, coordinating, and managing patient care through interpersonal contact with patients, families, nursing staff, and others on his/her respective unit in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

**Job Description**

- Effectively direct the daily functions of unit nurses and CNAs to provide leadership on the floor
- Chart appropriately, accurately, and in a timely manner
- Provide, manage, and coordinate patient care and services through interpersonal contact which allows patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being
- Accurately prepare and administer medication as ordered by a physician
- Respond in a leadership capacity to emergency situations related to patient and staff safety
- Coordinate patient care plans and services
- Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
- Assist in the evacuation of patients
- Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
- Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
- Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
- Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

**Requirements**

- Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
- Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment
- One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred
- Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment
- Advanced knowledge in field of practice
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post-acute care facility
- Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
- Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, safety, and sanitation
- Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
- Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
- Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
- Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and complete mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

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