Infection Preventionist, RN - Temporary

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)

Are you looking for an organization with stability, longevity, and a collaborative work culture? Join us, share our passion for excellence in patient care and love what you do! Apply now!

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?www.generationsoakton.com.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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