Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Infection Preventionist
Company: Life Care Centers of America
Location: Spokane
Posted on: January 25, 2023
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Job Description:
The LPN 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. Serves
as a resource to all departments and personnel. Education,
Experience, and Licensure Requirements Attended an accredited LPN
program Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must
maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN)
license in good standing throughout employment. CPR certification
upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must
remain current during employment. Specialized IPC training beyond
initial professional training or education prior to assuming the
role. If a facility's resident population changes, the IP should
re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain
additional training for the change in the facility's scope of care.
Prior experience with geriatrics preferred Certifications or
training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse) Specific
Job Requirements Serves as designated associate responsible for
monitoring Public Health Advisories from local, state, and federal
agencies including the CDC Serves as the on-site IPC for COVID-19
prevention and response activities, in accordance with current CDC
recommendations Works onsite at the physical facility. May not be
an off-site consultant or perform the IP work at a separate
location such as a corporate office or affiliated short term acute
care facility Holds responsibility for the development and
accountability of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program Maintains a
current knowledge of infection control trends, methodologies, and
employee health practices Performs work within the scope of his/her
license Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such
action Knowledgeable of Infection Prevention and Control practices
and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines
governing nursing functions in the post-acute care facility
Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies,
and procedures of the Infection Prevention and Control Program
Perform proficiently in all applicable competency areas Maintains
professional working relationships with all associates, vendors,
etc. 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 of Conduct and other appropriate
compliance training An Equal Opportunity Employer
Keywords: Life Care Centers of America, Spokane , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Infection Preventionist, Healthcare , Spokane, Washington
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