RN Infection Preventionist

Lancaster Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Lancaster, PA 17602, US

Job Type: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Are you a certified Infection Preventionist and experienced nursing leader? Lancaster Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking a skilled Infection Preventionistto join our team. Your leadership and expertise in infection control will play a vital role in ensuring the safety, health, and quality of care for our residents and staff.

About Us

Lancaster Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 446-bed facility providing exceptional long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services. We are committed to excellence in resident care, team collaboration, and fostering a supportive work environment for all employees.

Life is about choices! Why choose to work at our Center?

We Offer:

Competitive salary
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule
Health and Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Bonus Program
Continuous professional and clinical training
Employee awards and recognition programs
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement

Your Role

As the Infection Preventionist, you will have dual responsibilities: leading the infection prevention and control program while supporting the Director of Nursing (DON) in managing and supervising the nursing department.

Key Responsibilities

Infection Prevention and Control:

Plan, develop, implement, and oversee the facility’s infection prevention and control program in compliance with CDC, CMS, OSHA, and state guidelines.
Monitor infection trends, conduct surveillance, and maintain accurate records of healthcare-associated infections and exposures.
Provide staff training on infection prevention procedures, including PPE use, hand hygiene, and outbreak protocols.
Conduct rounds in all nursing units to assess environmental cleanliness and adherence to infection prevention practices.
Develop and update infection prevention policies and procedures as needed.
Serve on the Infection Prevention and Control Committee and report findings to the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Committee.

Nursing Leadership:

Assist the DON in managing nursing staff, daily operations, and ensuring high-quality resident care as needed.
Supervise and mentor nursing staff, providing performance feedback and training as needed.
Participate in care planning meetings and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address resident needs.
Support compliance with state and federal regulations related to skilled nursing and long-term care practices.
Assist with surveys and audits conducted by regulatory agencies.
Monitor staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and adherence to budgetary constraints.

Qualifications

RN License: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania (required).
Certification: Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) (required at hire).
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of nursing leadership experience in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting (required).
Infection Control Expertise: Proven experience in infection prevention and control, including compliance with CDC guidelines and managing outbreaks.
Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of federal and state regulations, including survey readiness and compliance standards.
Leadership Skills: Demonstrated ability to mentor, train, and supervise nursing staff effectively.
Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems such as Point Click Care.
Soft Skills: Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. and drug-free workplace.

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