Infection Control Nurse-Full Time (Healthcare)
Job Title: Full-Time Infection Control Nurse
Location: Oak River Rehab, Anderson California
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive Salary Based on Experience
About Us: Oak Riveris dedicated to providing the highest standard of care to our patients and the community. We are committed to creating a safe and healthy environment, and we are currently seeking an experienced and compassionate Infection Control Nurse to join our team. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a key role in preventing and managing infections, ensuring the safety of our patients and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention and control programs to reduce the risk of infection in healthcare settings.
- Conduct surveillance of infections across the facility, identifying trends, outbreaks, and implementing corrective actions.
- Educate staff, patients, and visitors on infection control practices and procedures.
- Perform regular audits of infection control protocols and recommend improvements.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure proper patient care, particularly in managing high-risk cases.
- Participate in training and in-service sessions for staff on infection prevention.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and national infection control regulations.
Qualifications:
- Current LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) or RN (Registered Nurse) license in California.
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred, or must be willing to obtain within a specified time frame.
- In-depth knowledge of infection prevention protocols, healthcare-associated infections, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret data.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
Why Work With Us:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive healthcare environment.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.
