Infection Control Nurse

Infection Control NurseJoin 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 proceduresConducting regular surveillance and monitoring of hospital-acquired infectionsIdentifying and investigating potential infection control breachesCollaborating with healthcare providers to ensure compliance with infection control guidelinesProviding education and training on infection control best practices to staffParticipating in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomesResponsibilities:Develop and maintain infection control policies, procedures, and standardsConduct regular infection control audits and inspectionsIdentify and report potential infection control risks and incidentsCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement infection control plansProvide education and training to staff on infection control best practicesParticipate in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomesRequirements:Registered Nurse (RN) with current licensure in the state of KansasExperience in infection control and/or nursing leadershipStrong knowledge of infection control principles and guidelinesExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced environmentWhat We Offer:Competitive salary and benefits package (to be determined)Opportunity to join a dedicated team of mental health professionalsCollaborative and supportive work environmentProfessional growth and development opportunitiesHow to Apply: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!