Infection Preventionist Nurse

The Infection Prevention nurse is responsible for designing systems and approving actions to prevent or control infections, based on surveillance reports of infections and infection potential among residents and staff. At Ciena Healthcare, we take care of you too, with an attractive benefit package including: Competitive pay, Life Insurance, 401K with matching funds, Health insurance, AFLAC. Tuition Reimbursement SPOTLIGHT, our virtual community and rewards and recognitions program, exclusively for Ciena staff members In addition, we will help you advance your career with tuition reimbursement, discounts and other support. You will join an experienced, hard-working team that values communication and strong teamwork abilities. Responsibilities Some of the responsibilities of the Infection Preventionist include: Monitor healthcare-associated infections. Assess infection prevention problems and makes recommendations for corrective action. Initiate, review, and revise infection prevention policies and procedures. Conduct outbreak investigation and initiates control measures. And report communicable diseases to the state as required by law. Qualifications 1 -3 years of experience in long-term care setting preferred Current Nursing licensure in the state CPR certification About Ciena Healthcare Ciena Healthcare is Michigan’s largest provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care services. We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. If you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way, Ciena is the place for you! #J-18808-Ljbffr