INFECTION CONTROL PREVENTIONIST/NURSING SUPERVISOR

Summary & Objective The Preventionist, Infection Control (ICP) is responsible for training new staff in infection control principles and the yearly in‑service of current employees. He/She monitors compliance with infection control policies and practices, tracks and trends infections/emerging pathogens in resident illnesses, and, as a combined position, supervises staff and serves as the facility representative in the absence of leadership. Essential Functions Oversee and adhere to the Antibiotic Stewardship Program. Identify surveillance plan for the facility, implement surveillance, review and collect data, analyze data, calculate rates, prepare reports, logs and checklists for feedback to clinical staff, committees and leadership. Review and update policies in coordination with the Director of Nursing Services and Officer, Chief Medical based upon new guidelines, regulations, and scientific publications. Ensure all policies are reviewed and updated as needed. Review all possible sentinel events; participate in root cause analysis and follow‑up action plan in coordination with Director, Nursing Services, Manager, Risk and report to the facility administrator. Keep track record of cases reviewed and root cause analysis on cases of concern. Conduct annual Infection Control program evaluation; ongoing risk assessment and annual IC plan and communicate findings to appropriate committees and individuals. Oversee Employee Health program to ensure compliance with regulations, annual influenza immunization program, new hire health evaluation and immunization program, injury prevention and treatment and trend analysis of communicable disease exposure. Conduct facility rounds to ensure compliance with patient rooms, isolation rooms (PPE are available in room, storage bin outside the door with supplies, STOP sign on door, biohazard bins), hand hygiene product availability, hand washing techniques, refrigerators, linens (stored properly), soiled utility and linen room, supply room, dining rooms, halls, sharp containers. Oversee Infection Control plan to ensure compliance with immunizations for patient and/or resident’s. Coordinate and ensure Antibiotic Stewardship Program is properly managed in coordination with consultant pharmacist and physician. Ensure nursing personnel is in compliance with PPE. Conduct as needed required education/training for nursing staff. Perform special assignments as requested by the Director of Nursing Services or designee on an ongoing basis. Support department leadership directives to problem‑solve, obtain direction, and set time frames for planned activities. Other Duties Provides infection control in‑services during orientation and on a regular basis to employees. Attends and participates in Interdisciplinary Team Meetings as required. Maintain required certifications and mandatory skill updates. Comply with all policies, local, state and federal laws and regulations. Answer call lights within an appropriate established timeframe. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibility May serve as an interim department leader depending on need. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and push/pull up to 250+ pounds, walk, climb stairs or ladders, stand on feet for extended periods of time, etc. Requirements Clear and active Registered Nurse license to practice in the state of Florida. Infection Control Preventionist (ICP) qualified by education, training, experience or certificate.

1. 3 years of experience in a Health Care Facility.
2. years of supervisory experience preferred.

CPR certification. BSN preferred. Must have knowledge of computer office/clinical software. Must be able to read, write and understand the English language. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement CHS provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Villa-Maria-Nursing-Ctr-