Infection Preventionist

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role:

John F. Murphy Homes is seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Infection Preventionist (IP) to oversee the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP). This position plays an important role in maintaining a safe, sanitary environment and preventing the development and transmission of communicable diseases and healthcare-associated infections.

The Infection Preventionist ensures compliance with applicable CMS, CDC, ICF-IID, DHHS/OADS, licensing, JFM, and state and federal requirements while providing education, monitoring, and leadership related to infection prevention.

• Oversee and maintain the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program.
• Conduct infection surveillance, data collection, observation, analysis, and follow-up.
• Monitor and educate employees and people supported on hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, standard precautions, and transmission-based precautions.
• Develop, review, and update infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and related policies and procedures.
• Stay current with CDC guidance, CMS requirements, Appendix Z, ICF-IID regulations, and other applicable standards.
• Facilitate the Infection Control Committee and participate in Department Head, nursing, staff training, and shift meetings as required.
• Partner with Environmental Services on cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, linen management, water management, and other infection-control practices.
• Implement and support the facility’s Antibiotic Stewardship Program .
• Provide infection prevention guidance related to wound care, medical devices, medications, sharps, occupational health, and care transitions.
• Assist with testing strategies and emergency preparedness efforts.
• Provide infection prevention education and training to employees.
• Review relevant reports and documentation and communicate necessary follow-up to nursing and direct support staff.
• Identify and address safety concerns involving the facility, grounds, and vehicles.
• Immediately report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or substandard care according to agency requirements.
• Advocate for the health, safety, and well-being of the people we support.

• Professional training in nursing, medical technology, microbiology, epidemiology, or a related field .
• Qualified through appropriate education, training, experience, and/or certification, such as CIC or IP-BC .
• Specialized infection prevention and control training, such as CDC Infection Control Training Modules.
• Knowledge of infection prevention practices and applicable healthcare regulations.
• Strong communication, collaboration, organization, and professional judgment.
• Caring, patient, team-oriented approach with the ability to provide education and lead by example.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including prolonged standing/walking, bending, pushing, pulling, repositioning individuals, and lifting up to 50 lbs. or ¼ of body weight, whichever is less.
• Must be available to work part-time at the facility.

• Meaningful, rewarding work that changes lives

• Paid training and opportunities for advancement

• Supportive, team-driven environment

• Full-time, part-time (24/7 operation including weekends/holidays), and opportunities for overtime

• Medical, dental, vision, 403b, etc.
• Employee discounts

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $29.28-$40.99 per hour (or $60,902.40-$85,259.20 annually ), depending on qualifications, experience, education, and other job-related factors. Eligible employees are also offered a comprehensive benefits package.