INFECTION CONTROL NURSE/NURSE EDUCATOR

Infection Control RN/Nurse Educator

The Infection Control/Nurse Educator is a registered professional nurse who will facilitate orientation for all new staff, focusing on nurses in the classroom setting during the last half of orientation, teaching and assessing many competencies and passing new staff off to preceptors who will oversee the completion of the orientation competencies. Assists with formulation and implementation of training in areas identified as requiring follow-up and/or refresher education including but not limited to multi-cultural awareness and a diversity sensitivity curriculum. Evaluates patient care through collaborative efforts with health team members in accordance with the nursing process and the standards of care and practices; addresses assessed needs with education programs when appropriate. Oversees HeathStreams online education/training, uploads required education monthly for staff to complete. Provides professional supervisions for Behavioral Health Techs (BHTs) and RNs with less than one year of psychiatric experience. This position is responsible for identifying, investigating, monitoring, and reporting healthcare-associated infections. This position collaborates with teams and individuals to create infection prevention strategies, provide feedback, and sustain infection prevention strategies.

Palo Verde Behavioral Health Hospital provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses. PVBH is an 84 bed, short-term, acute care hospital offering inpatient, partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, as well as specialized treatment programs for chemical dependency. PVBH has an excellent reputation as an innovative hospital with caring, dedicated staff, experienced in the delivery of behavioral healthcare. Situated in Tucson, AZ, at the base of the Catalina Foothills, PVBH is minutes to Saguaro National Park and the University of Arizona.

What do our current nurses value at UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Registered Nurse (RN) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development as a Registered Nurse (RN) with UHS. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Palo Verde offers comprehensive benefits for the Registered Nurse (RN) position, such as: Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Great & affordable benefits 401(k) with a match

Qualifications Requirements: Education: High School diploma or equivalent required. Experience: Must have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a similar position - preferrable in a behavioral health setting. Certification: Preferred - certification in infection control and epidemiology. License: Must have RN or LPN license in AZ.

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

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