Lead Infection Control RN Wanted in Elko!

Position Summary:

Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees. Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.

♦ Drives and assumes ownership of Infection Control Plan and activities in the hospital.

♦ Exercises independent judgement in analyzing and trending infection data and creates a plan to reduce and prevent infections.

♦ Functions as the content expert on Infection Prevention and Control for the hospital including determining course of action, planning, implementing, and ensuring compliance to the plan.

♦ Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees.

♦ Identifies potential sources of nosocomial infection and implements actions to eliminate the source; and evaluates infection data to distinguish between nosocomial and community-acquired infection.

♦ Assists in identifying, monitoring, and controlling outbreaks of nosocomial infection among patient and hospital personnel.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Comprehensive Benefits:
Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

Financial Protection & PTO:
Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

Financial & Career Growth:
Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

Professional Development:
Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications:

♦ Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. Bachelor's or master's strongly preferred.

♦ Current state licensure as Registered Nurse.

♦ Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, evaluating and/or directing educational activities of clinical personnel.

♦ Minimum of 2 years' experience as a bedside RN

♦ CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred.

♦ Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills