Infection Control Nurse, RN/LPN (Nursing Home Infection Preventionist)

Life Care Center of Federal Way, WA , is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN or LPN) Infection Preventionist to join our Skilled Nursing Facility
$7,500 Sign-On Bonus!
Life Care Center of Federal Way is well known for our extraordinary customer service, high quality nursing and therapy services, high employee morale and retention, as well as our beautiful lakeside view. We offer skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, as well as long-term care. Life Care Center of Federal Way is affiliated with Life Care Centers of America , which is a privately owned, 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations nationwide.
We believe that every job in our company plays a vital role in our continued growth and commitment to provide quality patient care. We believe in providing our associates with opportunities to help them reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams. Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts & Healthcare Savings Accounts
• Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Sick Leave & Holidays
• Student Loan Reimbursement Depending on Position (up to $9,000)
• Continuing Education Tuition Reimbursement Depending on Position ($3,000/Year)
• CEUs, BLS, and CPR are provided in-house at no cost to nursing staff
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program
• Free On-Site Parking
• A variety of voluntary benefits, including insurance discounts, LegalShield, and Legal ID

The RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data. Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions. Monitors associate compliance with infection control standards through use of barriers and infection prevention measures. Prepares and presents education for the staff, residents, and families. Nursing diploma (associate's or bachelor's degree in nursing)
Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in goodstanding throughout employment
Specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role. If afacility's resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additionaltraining for the change in the facility's scope of care
Certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse)
Serves as designated associate responsible for monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal agenciesincluding the CDC
Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19 prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDCrecommendations
Works onsite at the physical facility. May not be an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate location such as acorporate office or affiliated short term acute care facility
Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and employee health practices
Knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, andguidelines governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the InfectionPrevention and Control Program
Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code ofConduct and other appropriate compliance training