About this opportunity
West Shore Health Center lists this Infection Control Nurse opportunity in warwick, Rhode Island. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Responsible for infection control practices in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern over our facility and as may be required by the DNS and/or NHA to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.
Duties include but are not limited to
Oversee the infection control/prevention activities within the facility to minimize the risk of infections and monitor compliance with quality measures
Manage the employee health program and records
Auditing for compliance with policies and procedures
Educating/addressing staff on areas of infection control practices
NHSN weekly reporting
All other duties deemed appropriate by the DNS and/or NHA.
Qualified applicants must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Rhode Island. Must possess an infection control certification and experience, demonstrate the ability to plan, organize and execute nursing duties in a timely fashion. Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care. Have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult situations, a professional attitude and high personal integrity.
West Shore Health Center is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.
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Worksite address
warwick, RI, 02888, US
Who can apply
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