Infection Preventionist

Infection Control LPNMO, Jefferson City - Jefferson City Correctional Center - JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65101OverviewPosition Type: Full-Time Job Shift: Day Category: Nursing Professional & SupportDescriptionLPN Pay rates from $33 per hour -$41 per hour depending on years of licensed experience!Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full-time Infection Control Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Jefferson City Correctional Center located in Jefferson City, Missouri.The Infection Control Nurse (LPN) is responsible for performing a variety of duties involving the prevention and control of infectious diseases. The Infection Control Nurse will coordinate the collecting, interpreting, and reporting of data, assist in the development of care plans for patients with infectious diseases, and will serve as a consultant to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals regarding care, tracking, and reporting of patients identified with infectious disease.Full-Time Day shift, Monday-Friday 7am-4:30 pmCandidate may be asked to work the floor for coverage. Employee will learn all positions within the clinic.QualificationsMust hold valid LPN with IV certification in the state of MissouriCIC (Certification in Infection Control) preferred1 to 3 years' experience providing nursing care in a public health environment, long term care or acute care setting with focus on infection prevention and controlCurrent CPR and Basic Life Support certification requiredExperience in correctional environment preferredExperience working with a high degree of autonomy requiredMust be able to pass background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable