Infection Control Nurse

Infection Control Nurse

Join our team at Countryside Mental Health, a leading provider of mental health services in Topeka, KS!

As an Infection Control Nurse with Countryside Mental Health, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our patients and staff. Our organization is committed to providing a maintenance program for individuals with mental illness, and our infection control team is dedicated to preventing and controlling the spread of infections in our facilities.

About the Role:

As an Infection Control Nurse, you will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing infection control policies and procedures
• Conducting regular surveillance and monitoring of hospital-acquired infections
• Identifying and investigating potential infection control breaches
• Collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure compliance with infection control guidelines
• Providing education and training on infection control best practices to staff
• Participating in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain infection control policies, procedures, and standards
• Conduct regular infection control audits and inspections
• Identify and report potential infection control risks and incidents
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement infection control plans
• Provide education and training to staff on infection control best practices
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current licensure in the state of Kansas
• Experience in infection control and/or nursing leadership
• Strong knowledge of infection control principles and guidelines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package (to be determined)
• Opportunity to join a dedicated team of mental health professionals
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

If you are a motivated and compassionate Nurse looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. To learn more about this role and our organization, please apply today!