Infection Prevention Nurse (LVN)

West Gardena Post Acute Gardena, CA 90248, US

Infection Prevention Nurse (LVN) - Gardena, California

Join West Gardena Post Acute, a top-of-the-line post-acute care center, as an Infection Prevention Nurse (LVN) and play a vital role in ensuring the health and safety of our residents and staff. As part of our team, you will be responsible for implementing and maintaining infection prevention and control programs, conducting ongoing surveillance of infections and outbreaks, and providing education and training to staff.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement, and maintain infection prevention and control programs in accordance with current guidelines and regulations
• Conduct ongoing surveillance of infections and outbreaks and implement appropriate interventions to prevent the spread of infection
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to infection prevention and control
• Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention and control measures
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop and implement infection control strategies
• Participate in the development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives related to infection prevention and control
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards and regulations
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of infection prevention and control activities
• Stay up-to-date with the latest research and best practices related to infection prevention and control

Qualifications:

• Current LVN license in the state of California
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in infection prevention and control in a healthcare setting, preferably in a skilled nursing facility
• Knowledge of current infection prevention and control guidelines and regulations
• Proficient in using electronic medical records and other healthcare software

About West Gardena Post Acute:

West Gardena Post Acute is a commitment to healing, providing a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for our residents and staff. Our experienced healthcare professionals are dedicated to better healthcare, and we believe that our Infection Prevention Nurse plays a critical role in achieving this goal. We offer competitive wages and benefits, as well as opportunities for professional growth and advancement within our organization.

Join our team and contribute to providing exceptional patient care!

Apply now to become an Infection Prevention Nurse (LVN) at West Gardena Post Acute.

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