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)
Are you looking for a rewarding career in Skilled Nursing? We are currently searching for an Infection Control Coordinator to join our friendly, caring and supportive team!
Avantara Arrowhead is rapidly growing and our team is looking to invest in an Infection Control Coordinator by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed. We offer great benefits including:
As an Infection Control Coordinator you are at the heart of the Clinical Department. Your work will ensure our residents receive the high standard of care they have grown to expect at Avantara Arrowhead by providing education to staff and assisting with the development, implementation and enforcement of infection control policies and procedures, identifying, controlling, and preventing outbreaks of infection in the facility, collecting and analyzing infection control data and acting as an infection control resource for employees, residents, and their family members. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they receive an unparalleled standard of care.
To be eligible for consideration applicants should have:
As a minimum, a bachelor’s degree in Science, Nursing or related field, an unencumbered State of South Dakota Registered Nurse (R.N.) license and C.P.R. Certification. Five (5) years of experience as a R.N. and one (1) year of experience in an infection control position is preferable but we are willing to invest in the right candidate!
If you are a R.N. with a passion for excellence and a drive to lead, stop in or visit http://avantaraarrowhead.com/ to learn more and get your career started.
Avantara Arrowhead is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.