Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control

Description

Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control

Job Type: Fulltime Days

Your experience matters

National Park Medical Center ispart of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-beingso you can provide exceptional care to others. As aRegistered Nurse (RN) joining our teamyoureembracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skillscompassionand dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Join our team where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Registered Nurses (RNs). You will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs administering treatments and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

How youll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of infection control processes within a healthcare setting
• Monitor and trend healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) using risk-stratified data
• Develop and implement systems to identify investigate report and prevent HAIs
• Review microbiology reports including cultures and sensitivities to determine infection origin
• Collaborate with clinical staff to identify potential infection risks and occurrences
• Investigate infection trends including outbreaks or cases above established thresholds
• Assist in providing education and in-service training related to infection prevention and control
• Support development and continuous improvement of infection control policies and procedures
• Review and update departmental policies related to infection control as needed
• Communicate infection control findings and initiatives to leadership and committees
• Perform other duties as assigned

Whatwerelooking for
Applicants should have a current state RN license andpossessa bachelors degree from an accredited nursing include:

• Infection Control certification required within 2 years of hire/transfer
• Basic Life Support certification isrequiredwithin30 daysof hire.
• ACLS and PALS arerequiredwithin six of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• ASLS certification preferred

Whyjoin us

We believethat investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient 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.
• FinancialProtection& PTO: Life accident criticalillnesshospital indemnityinsurance short-andlong-term disability paid familyleaveandpaid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Highereducation andcertificationtuitionassistance loanassistanceand 401(k) retirement packageandcompany match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental healthservicesand discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

About our Health System
National Park Medical Center is a 163 bed hospital located in Hot Springs Arkansas and is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

National Park Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer . National Park Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Required Experience:

IC