Infection Preventionist and Wound Care Nurse

Infection Preventionist & Wound Care Nurse- $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS! At Berkshire Place Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, we are committed to delivering exceptional resident care through teamwork, clinical excellence, and compassionate service. As a dedicated nursing professional, you will have the opportunity to lead two critical clinical programs that directly impact resident outcomes, quality measures, and regulatory compliance. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and clinically strong Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as our Infection Preventionist & Wound Care Nurse. This full‑time position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated nursing professional to oversee the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program while coordinating and managing wound care services throughout the center. As a key member of our team, you will collaborate closely with nursing leadership, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to promote resident safety, prevent infections, improve wound healing outcomes, and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations. Responsibilities Infection Prevention & Control Lead and maintain the facility's Infection Prevention and Control Program Conduct infection surveillance, monitoring, tracking, and trend analysis Investigate infections, outbreaks, and exposure concerns Implement infection prevention strategies and corrective action plans Ensure compliance with CDC, CMS, OSHA, RIDOH, and facility infection control standards Educate and train staff on infection prevention practices, hand hygiene, PPE use, and isolation precautions Support and monitor antibiotic stewardship initiatives Maintain required infection prevention documentation, reports, and logs Participate in QAPI, infection control committees, and performance improvement activities Wound Care Management Perform comprehensive skin assessments and ongoing wound evaluations Develop, coordinate, and oversee wound treatment plans Monitor wound healing progress and treatment effectiveness Ensure timely and accurate wound documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements Collaborate with physicians, consultants, and the interdisciplinary team regarding wound care interventions Monitor residents for changes in skin integrity and implement preventative measures Provide education and support to nursing staff regarding wound prevention and treatment protocols Ensure compliance with clinical standards, infection prevention practices, and quality measures related to wound care Qualifications Current Rhode Island Registered Nurse (RN) license required (Compact License accepted) Long‑term care or skilled nursing experience preferred Infection Prevention experience preferred Wound Care experience preferred Infection Prevention certification and/or Wound Care certification preferred Strong understanding of infection control regulations and best practices Excellent assessment, documentation, organizational, and communication skills Ability to analyze clinical data and implement quality improvement initiatives Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team Benefits Include Competitive Salary Sign‑On Bonus Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off Professional Development Opportunities Supportive Leadership Team Opportunity to Lead Key Clinical Programs #J-18808-Ljbffr Berkshire Place Nursing And Rehabilitation Center