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Description

Infection Preventionist, RN


Overview:
At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities:
The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the nursing center's Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP) and functions as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator and facilitator for staff in multiple locations focusing on the following areas: Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outcome - Process Surveillance, Outbreak Management, and Employee Health.
 
*Support new hire orientation by providing infection prevention and control training for newly hired employees.
*Create and implement education programs in response to identified infection control needs identified through QAPI, rounding, center quality measures, or other means.
*Develop, implement, monitor, and maintain the IPCP to ensure the quality of patient care as it relates to the investigation, control, and prevention of infections and communicable diseases within the nursing center.
Qualifications:
*Must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current registered nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing. 8 RN, Bachelor's Degree preferred.
*Must complete specialized training in infection prevention and control within 90 days of hire.
*A minimum of three years full-time or equivalent nursing experience is required.
*Must be able to work flexible hours in order to meet with employees working evening and night
shifts.
Benefits:

*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

*Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members

*On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

 

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
*Pet Insurance
*Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability
*Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident
*Critical Illness
*Cancer Coverage

 

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range: USD $90,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.

Pay

Average New Jersey Staff Position Pay

$44.85/hour

The average salary for a Long Term Care is 11% higher than the US average of $40.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.