Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Preventionist

Job Description - Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Preventionist

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) Staff Development Coordinator / Infection Preventionist to oversee staff education, competency development, and the facility's infection prevention and control program. This role ensures compliance with CMS, CDC, OSHA, and state regulations while promoting high-quality resident care through ongoing staff training and infection prevention initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Coordinate new employee orientation, onboarding, and annual competency evaluations.

Develop and conduct staff education programs, in-services, and continuing education.

Monitor staff compliance with mandatory training and licensure requirements.

Lead the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program.

Conduct infection surveillance, track healthcare-associated infections, and identify trends.

Investigate outbreaks and implement corrective actions to reduce infection risks.

Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, OSHA, and state infection prevention guidelines.

Educate staff on infection prevention practices, including hand hygiene, PPE usage, and isolation precautions.

Collaborate with the DON, Medical Director, and interdisciplinary team on quality improvement initiatives.

Maintain accurate documentation and prepare reports for QAPI meetings and regulatory surveys.

Participate in state survey preparation and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.

Qualifications:

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Minimum of 2 years of RN experience, preferably in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Care (LTC) setting.

Previous experience in staff education, infection prevention, or nursing leadership preferred.

Current BLS certification (if required by the facility).

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Staff Development Coordinator/Infection Preventionist

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