Infection Prevention Nurse (IP) - LVN/RN

Description About Sunnyside Nursing Post-Acute Care Centrally located in Torrance, California, Sunnyside Nursing and Post-Acute Care provides sub-acute nursing care, rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, and long-term care. Our compassionate staff offers individualized care plans for each resident to ensure personalized care is provided to all our patients with a goal to return home. Our team of qualified professionals provides compassionate care by: • Maintaining high medical integrity • Fostering a team spirit among staff • Creating friendly, beautiful surroundings for our residents and their visitors We understand the importance of creating a comfortable and nurturing atmosphere, whether residents stay for short-term treatment or long-term care. Job Description • Plan, develop, and implement infection control program in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern such requirements in nursing care facilities. • Verify that the facility is in compliance with current CDC, CDPH, LACDPH, OSHA, and local regulations concerning infection control or standard/universal precautions. • Consult in the development and implementation of the Infection Control Program and protocols. • Develop, maintain, and periodically update infection control precautions and aseptic techniques that successfully correct problem areas. • Implement and manage the facility's antibiotic-stewardship program • Perform COVID-19 related monitoring, contact tracing and reporting • Coordinate COVID-19 testing and vaccination • Develop Infection Prevention and Control [IPC] Training. Assess learning needs and develop training for the facility residents and Healthcare Personnel [HCP]. Create educational goals, objectives, and strategies using learning principles and available educational tools and technology. • Conduct adherence monitoring to: Provide feedback to Healthcare Personnel [HCP] and reinforce training concepts. Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and modify them if needed. • Directs and coordinates compliance with facilities Antibiotic Stewardship Program and Infection Control Policies and Procedures. • Prepare monthly summaries of all resident/personnel infections, corrective action taken, and the results of the corrective action. Submit copies to the Executive Director and Chief Clinical Officer. • Prepare summaries of special investigations on the occurrence of nosocomial and community-acquired infections • Maintain a written record of all Acquired infections. • Participates in clinical meeting; reviews new admissions, new orders, labs/diagnostics, etc. to coordinate compliance with infection control policies and practices. • Assist support services in developing, implementing, and conducting in-service training programs relative to infection control. • Utilizes epidemiologic principles to conduct surveillance activities and investigations. • Must possess the ability to engage tactfully with regulators, facility personnel, residents, visitors, and the general public. • Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in an understandable manner. Requirements • Specialized training in infection prevention and control related to long-term care • Certification in Infection Control from CDC • Prior clinical experience in long-term care nursing • Working knowledge of the principles of epidemiology and infectious diseases • Current and active California LVN or RN License • Must be authorized to work in the United States Shift • Monday - Friday • Weekends/ Evenings on call Benefits Why Work for Sunnyside Nursing & Post-Acute Care • Top of the Market Wages: LVN $93,600 - $104,000/ RN $114,400 - $120,640 • Salary depending on licensure, certification, education, and experience. • Paid orientation and training • Opportunities for growth • Paid sick leave/paid holidays • Medical, dental, vision, and AFLAC • 401K • Loving and caring work environment We take great pride in meeting or exceeding CDC and CMS standards. On-site experts provide teaching, coaching, and support on infection prevention practices. In addition, we maintain an abundant supply of PPE, including N95/KN95 masks, for all who provide care and services to our patients and residents. Our multiple testing capabilities, including Point-of-Care (POC) testing, are available at every location and comply with CMS and local guidance If hired, we require that all employees be vaccinated, unless a medical or religious accommodation is needed. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity & pride ourselves on creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents. Apply Now Apply Now