What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist position at Laurel Lakes Rehabilitation and Wellness Center?
Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist
Benefits of the Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist:
- Daily Pay! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!
- Competitive Pay Rates!
- Comprehensive Benefits Plan and 401k
- Core Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire!
- INCREASED PTO to include holidays, vacation and sick time.
- Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support.
- Employee recognition through various awards and programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- An employer who cares about YOU
Location: 201 Franklin Farm Ln, Chambersburg, PA 17202
Laurel Lakes Rehab and Wellness Center is currently looking for a full time Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist to assist with leading our nursing team! Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic Registered Nurse (RN) with leadership experience in long-term care? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for YOU!
Requirements of the Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control:
- Must possess, as a minimum, an Associates Degree, or BS preferred and completed nursing school
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in this state.
- Must have, as a minimum, two (2) years experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related healthcare facility.
- Must possess a working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic technique to include standard/transmission-based precautions
- APIC Certification in infection prevention and control preferred, but not necessary.
- Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.
Responsibilities of the Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist:
- Report all reportable diseases to the county and state health departments
- Assist with in-services on wound prevention, wound care, ostomy care, and incontinence for the nursing staff.
- Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents’ needs in relation to prevention and control of infections.
- Assist in training department personnel in identifying tasks that involve potential exposure to blood or body fluids.
A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) drive our daily activities with all we interact with.
Take pride in your career and join an organization where your talents will shine! Apply Today or Schedule a time for us to give you a call here: https://calendly.com/mbullen-panaceahc/15min !
Laurel Lakes Rehab and Wellness Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.