What are the responsibilities and job description for the Educator and Infection Preventionist position at Peak Rehabilitation Hospital?
Educator and Infection Preventionist
Full - Time
Peak Rehabilitation Hospital is a joint-venture partnership between Duke Health, WakeMed and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health. With a shared commitment of providing high-quality, evidence-driven care, our state-of-the-art, 52-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital is dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness.
JOB SUMMARY:
Assumes responsibility and accountability for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of education programs including clinical orientation of new employees. Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees.
QUALIFICATIONS:
™¦ Graduation from an accredited Bachelor's of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. Bachelors or Masters strongly preferred.
™¦ Current state licensure as Registered Nurse.
™¦ Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, evaluating and/or directing educational activities of clinical personnel
™¦ Minimum of 2 years' experience as a bedside RN
™¦ CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred.
™¦ Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Language Skills:
™¦ Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
™¦ Additional languages preferred.
Skills:
™¦ Basic computer knowledge.
™¦ Ability to maintain control and respond calmly and positively during crisis situations (i.e., Code Blue).
™¦ Appropriate telephone communication skills.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees. We comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected classification.