Staff Development Coordinator (SDC)/Infection Preventionist

University Health & Rehabilitation Center in Durham, NC is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team in the role of Staff Development Coordinator (SDC)/Infection Preventionist- Registered Nurse (RN).

The SDC/ Infection Preventionist is responsible for providing new hire orientation, annual follow up training, and education in-service programs as needed for all staff. The SDC plans, organizes, implements, and coordinates the healthcare center’s nursing staff education programs. The SDC evaluates the educational needs of the healthcare center to ensure on-going continuing education and adherence to applicable required in-services. The SDC identifies, assesses, and implements in-service programs as needed regarding the satisfactory performance of clinical skills and knowledge.

Also works directly with all employees, patients, and providers to fully implement all aspects of the healthcare center’s Infection Prevention and Control Program. This program aligns with the Center for Disease Control (CDC), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA), and other federal and state guidelines for skilled nursing and long-term care providers.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience

• Excellent Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)

• 401(k), Flexible Spending Account, & Other Elective Benefits Available

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time Employees

• Career Growth Opportunities

What You'll Do

• Plan, implement, direct, and coordinate the healthcare center’s Infection Prevention and Control Program.

• Conduct compliance audits; provide supervision and training as necessary.

• Implement action plans to resolve areas of deficient practice.

• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly infection control rounds and accurately record findings.

• Collect and analyze infection surveillance information for patients and employees.

• Ensure transmission-based precautions are initiated, implemented, and communicated effectively with the interdisciplinary team.

• Coordinate and manage vaccine programs for patients and employees.

• Conduct, attend, and participate in orientation, training, and in-service programs.

• Perform other duties as required to provide exceptional care to each resident. 

• Plans, implements, directs, and coordinates the orientation program for all new employees.

• Schedules ongoing coordinated educational in-services in accordance with company standards.

• Maintains Occupational Health and Safety (OSHA), medical, and educational records for all employees.

• Validates completion of competency validation record for all nursing personnel upon hire, annually, and as needed.

• Conducts and/or validates completion of medication pass observation and treatment observation for all nursing personnel upon hire, annually, and as needed.

• Coordinates and maintains CPR certifications for licensed nursing personnel.

• Monitors compliance with Relias online education requirements.

• Identify, develop, and implement in-service programs according to staff performance in order to correct identified needs.

• Ensures that educational programs are available on all shifts; maintains accurate records of all educational programs.

• Collaborates with outside vendors and manufacturers for specific training needs.

What You Need

• Active unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in North Carolina preferred.

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) may be considered based on experience. 

• Demonstrated leadership abilities with strong focus on teamwork and collaboration.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Highly organized and detail oriented. 

• Ability to work independently or as part of a team. 

• This is a salaried/exempt position.

If you're looking to join an outstanding team of professionals where every day you can make a sincere difference in someone's life, we're looking for you!