Infection Control Manager jobs in Overland Park, KS

Infection Control Manager develops and implements infection control policies designed to reduce or eliminate outbreaks in the facility. Develops and implements facility-wide infection prevention and control measures to protect patients, staff and visitors. Being an Infection Control Manager monitors patient care for compliance with established standards and investigates known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control. Develops and provides related education to staff. Additionally, Infection Control Manager complies with state, federal and Joint Commission standards relating to infection control. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Infection Control Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Infection Control Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Nursing Unit Manager & Infection Control Specialist (RN or LPN)
  • Recover-Care
  • Shawnee, KS FULL_TIME
  • This individual will be a Nursing Unit Manager & Infection Control Specialsist that oversees the clinical care on the facility's units as well as has oversight over all infection control and prevention related activities. The team member will also be responsible for all functions of the employee health program and for providing clinical employee health services at Merriam Gardens. The individual will be required to work the floor, participae in nursing on-call rotation and assist with additional duties, as needed.

    Team Member Benefits & Programs:

    • Shift differential and mod comp bonuses 

    • New hire welcome gift package

    • $1,000 staff referral reward program 

    • $150 awarded during your initial 90-days, $100 on your annual work anniversary & $100 on your birthday

    • Paid time off

    • Health, dental, vision, disability & life insurances available 

    • 401k program

    • Employee appreciation events

    • And so much more!

    Essential Functions:

    • Promote Merriam’s mission, vision and values.

    • Manage the nursing staff on their unit.

    • Lead the infection control and prevention policies and efforts.

    • Assist with training of nursing staff.

    • Assist with staffing, if needed.
    • Participate in nursing leadership on-call rotations.

    • Must have strong computer and research skills to ensure they remain up-to-date with new developments, best practices and standards of care within the field of healthcare. 

    • Will be required to establish standard methods of care, utilizing evidence based practice and best practice standards. 

    • Will be required to establish and implement infection control and employee health orientation programs, alongside the departmental directors, throughout the facility. 

    • Responsible for policies and procedures within the organization related to infection control and employee health. 

    • Supports administration with employee health databases, maintains complete and accurate employee health records. 

    • Ensures compliance with state and federal requirements, and the MB RH policies and clinical responsibilities. 

    • Participates as an integral team member, collaborating with various departments and colleagues, including safety officer, human resources, quality officer and others as needed to advocate for employee health and safety. 

    • Coordinates the development and implementations of all employee health initiatives and programs. 

    • Will develop, alongside human resources, policies and procedures for pre employment and onboarding processes for employees. 

    • Will be responsible for all pre employment testing and vaccination processes, annual N 95 TBI influenza testing and or vaccinations, and the management of potential blood exposures, employee illnesses and disease outbreaks. 

    • Responsible for coordinating the infection control program which includes surveillance, analysis of data, developing reports, policies and procedures. 

    • Uses epidemiological principles and statistical methods to design, implement and evaluate infection prevention and control strategies. 

    • Provides consultation and education to staff, physicians and community leaders in respect to infection prevention and control.

    • Coordinate with the infection prevention and control committee determine direction of surveillance activities and then actively evaluate effectiveness of the infection prevention and control plan annually. 

    • Conduct risk assessment at least annually and as needed with coordination of service several populations, regional vulnerabilities relevant statistical data and new and emerging infectious diseases. 

    • Notify the county and or state health department of any reportable diseases, adhering to all internal county and state procedures. 

    • Develop and implement continuously improve patient care procedures and control mechanisms relating to quality, compliance and infectious diseases. 

    • Participate in infection prevention and control education of all employees during orientation and annually thereafter, including classes in infection prevention and control practices and employee health. 

    • Ensure the infection prevention and control procedures meets CMS, county and state, APIC and CDC regulation standards or guidelines. 

    • Organize infection prevention and control committee meetings and maintain all meeting minutes.

     

    Professional Requirements:

    • Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the Director of Nursing or Administrator.

    • Adhere to dress code and ensure appearance is neat and clean. Wear identification while on duty.

    • Always maintain patient confidentiality.

    • Complete annual education requirements. Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state federal and local regulations.

    • Report to work on time and is scheduled. 

    • Represent the organization in a positive professional manner 

    • Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices. 

    • Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.

     

     

     

     

     

     

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Infection Control Specialist & Nursing Unit Manager (RN or LPN)
  • Recover-Care
  • Shawnee, KS FULL_TIME
  • This individual will be a Infection Control Specialist & Unit Manager and oversee the clinical care on their unit as well as have oversight over all infection control and prevention related activities...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Infection Control LPN
  • Prime Healthcare Services
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Location US-KS-Kansas City ID 2024-155648 Category RN Position Type Full Time Shift Days Job Type Exempt OverviewJoin an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of q...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Infection Control LPN
  • Providence Medical Center
  • Kansas, KS FULL_TIME
  • Infection Control LPN Facility Providence Medical Center Location US-KS-Kansas City ID 2024-155648 Category RN Position Type Full Time Shift Days Job Type Exempt Overview Join an award-winning team of...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Wound Care / Infection Control Nurse (LPN/RN)
  • Excel Healthcare
  • Overland Park, KS PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • Excel Healthcare is actively seeking experienced Wound Care / Infection Control Nurse to work for our skilled nursing community in Overland Park KS. $4000/$4,500 Sign On Bonus Paid Holidays, PTO Healt...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Cosmetologist wanted for busy mens salon
  • Sport Clips - Manager - KS103
  • Olathe, KS FULL_TIME
  • Our Sport Clips salon in Olathe, KS is growing and looking for a the right fit for our Team! We are currently looking for Stylists and Assistant Managers to assist the Salon Manager with day to day op...
  • 10 Days Ago

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Charge Nurse- Atriums Senior Living
  • Omega Senior
  • Overland Park, KS
  • Health and Wellness Coordinator Our Assisted Living Health and Wellness Coordinator will support and take direction from...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Resident Care Coordinator - Full-Time - 1st Shift
  • Homestead Estates of Leawood
  • Leawood, KS
  • Must have a valid RN or LPN license in the state of Kansas. We are looking for a Resident Care Coordinator (RCC) to lead...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Assistant
  • Sunrise Senior Living
  • Leawood, KS
  • Overview The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for performing maintenance and housekeeping duties in the community an...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Division Chief of Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
  • City of Shawnee
  • Shawnee, KS
  • The Division Chief of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is a strategic level position which provides leadership, directio...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Health Center Manager LPN
  • Premise Health
  • Kansas City, MO
  • Healthcare Without Rival Exciting opportunity to join our team as a full-time Health Center Manager LPN at our employer-...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Assistant
  • Sunrise Senior Living
  • Leawood, KS
  • Overview The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for performing maintenance and housekeeping duties in the community an...
  • 3/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Floor Tech
  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • KANSAS CITY, MO
  • Overview: Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, ...
  • 3/19/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Floor Tech
  • Healthcare Services Group, Inc.
  • SHAWNEE, KS
  • Overview: Who We Are Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) is an experienced partner managing housekeeping, laundry, dining, ...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Overland Park is located in northeastern Kansas at the junction of Interstate 435 and U.S. Route 69 immediately east of Olathe, the county seat. The city center is roughly 13 miles (21 km) south-southwest of downtown Kansas City, Missouri. The city lies on the northern edge of the Osage Plains a few miles south of the Kansas River. One of the river's tributaries, Turkey Creek, flows northeast through the extreme northern part of the city. South of Turkey Creek, the majority of the city lies in the watershed of the Blue River. Several of the river's tributaries run east-northeast across the cit...
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Income Estimation for Infection Control Manager jobs
$103,375 to $135,201
Overland Park, Kansas area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago

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