Staff Development / Infection Preventionist RN 11am-7pm

Encore Parkside Newark, DE 19711, US

Join our team at Encore at Parkside in Newark, DE as a Staff Development & Infection Control Registered Nurse (RN). This leadership role focuses on staff education, orientation, and infection prevention programs to ensure high-quality resident care and regulatory compliance. The hours will be 11am-7pm.

Work closely with the Director of Nursing to support staff training, oversee infection control practices, and promote a culture of safety and excellence.

Great opportunity for an RN who enjoys education, leadership, and quality improvement in a supportive long-term care community.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate orientation and ongoing education programs for nursing staff
• Conduct training, in-services, and competency evaluations
• Maintain staff education records and training materials
• Monitor compliance with OSHA, infection control, and regulatory standards
• Oversee the facility Infection Control Program and infection tracking logs
• Ensure staff complete required infection control training and vaccination documentation
• Participate in Quality Assurance, Safety, and Infection Control committees
• Conduct audits and rounds to ensure regulatory and clinical compliance
• Assist the DON with infection prevention strategies and policy implementation
• Support interdisciplinary teams to promote quality resident care

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Delaware or Compact State
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience (long-term care or assisted living preferred)
• Knowledge of infection control practices and regulatory requirements
• Strong communication, training, and organizational skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and reaching

Encore is committed to creating a supportive and healthy community for residents and employees through a holistic wellness-focused culture.

Apply today and join a team dedicated to quality care and professional growth.

This organization does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of ancestry, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, military status, veteran status, or disability. No question on the application is intended to secure information to be used for such discrimination. This application will be given every consideration, however its receipt does not imply employment for the applicant.

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