LPN-Infection Control/Employee Health

Established in 1912, the Jewish Home of CNY evolved from a small rooming house in downtown Syracuse to become the 36-acre campus in DeWitt known as Menorah Park.  If you’re looking to be a part of a friendly team that delivers quality care in a safe, quiet,  neighborhood setting, Menorah Park might the right place for you.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Director of the Director of Nursing, the Infection Control/Employee Health nurse is responsible for the development, implementation, direction and operation of the Jewish Home of CNY’s infection prevention and control (IPCP) and Employee Health programs.

The IC/EH nurse also takes responsibility for ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements related to Infection Control and Employee Health.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Completion of specialized infection prevention and control training and certification. (CDC IC Training Program)
• Graduate of accredited school of nursing with a RN license to practice in New York State (preferred). 
• CPR certified, BLS Certified preferred
• 3 years of Infection Control, Employee Health, (or a combination of both) experience, (preferred).
• Dynamic, engaging personality
• Experience with staff education 
• Effective communicator with the ability to establish positive, collaborative relationships with all staff and leadership
• Detailed oriented with excellent time management skills and the ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and work independently to meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of DOH and CMS regulatory requirements.
• Flexible working schedule with the ability to accommodate off shift and weekend hours as necessary
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure to meet project deadlines and needs of the facility as they arise.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Working knowledge of excel, and computer skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, be on your knees, transfer, lift, move, turn, use equipment for training purposes
• Must be able to repetitively lift 26-50 pounds and push/pull 250 pounds.
• Moderate exposure to communicable disease