Infection Preventionist
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The Infection Preventionist is responsible for the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program, including preventing and limiting the spread of infections. The role develops and implements infection-control practices in accordance with applicable regulations and standards, supports infection surveillance and staff and resident training, and coordinates related activities with facility teams. The position requires part-time availability at the facility.
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This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1380217 John F. Murphy Homes, Inc. JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION**: Infection Preventionist** JOB CLASS: Regular, Non-Exempt; Level II REPORTS TO: DON / QIDP EFFECTIVE DATE: January 2021 JOB SUMMARY: The Infection Preventionist (IP) is be responsible for the facilitys Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP). The IPCP is designed to provide a safe, sanitary and comfortable environment to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections. The IP is responsible to develop and implement the IPCP in accordance with local, state, federal, and agency regulations and standards (CMS, ICF-I/ID, JFM, Licensing, DHHS, OADS, and any other state, local, or federal requirements.) The IP is responsible for the facility's activities aimed at preventing healthcare-associatedinfections(HAIs) by ensuring that sources ofinfectionsare isolated to limit the spread ofinfectiousorganisms. JOB DUTIES AND TASKS: 1. Conduct infection surveillance and abatement; oversee quality control; assure hand and respiratory hygiene protocol adherence. Must be knowledgeable on infection prevention and will educate and train the people supported and the employees. 2. The IP will be responsible for collection and observational analysis. 3. Develop policies and procedures related to infection prevention and control and emergency preparedness regulations and standards; principles of standard and transmission based precautions. 4. Give shift reports to the oncoming Charge Nurse and to direct support staff. Review GERs, provide follow-up documentation and notify appropriate individuals of information related to the report. 5. Facilitate the Infection Control Committee and provide meeting minutes for review by the team. 6. Must participate in the Department Head meetings. 7. IP will work closely with Environmental Services (linen management; water management, etc.) 8. Must be current with CDC recommendations, Appendix Z regulations, CMS requirements, JFM agency policy, and State / Federal regulations of nursing facilities, particularly ICF-IID nursing facilities. 9. Practice proper handling of medication and follow safety protocols when handling sharps. 10. Perform respiratory etiquette and hand hygiene; observation and training to people supported and employees is required. 11. The IP must be informed on handling the devices utilized and provide proper wound management. 12. Must maintain, teach, develop, and revise the current trends and information regarding infection prevention and control in nursing homes, ensuring the implementation of required standards of care. 13. Must participate in testing strategy systems and plans. 14. The IP will be responsible for environmental cleaning, disinfection, and proper sterilization. 15. Implement an Antibiotic Stewardship program, providing for infection prevention and antibiotic stewardship considerations during care transitions. 16. Act as the key person relating to employee and occupational health considerations 17. Completion of current trainings and certifications for infection prevention and control. 18. Report to the Administrator of the facility or designee regarding any suspected abuse, Neglect, Exploitation or Sub-standard Care; this must be done immediately. Call the Senior Director of Residential Services when neither of these people can be contacted. 19. Continually assess the facility for any safety issues, follow through with the appropriate course of correction and reporting. The safety responsibility extends to the building, grounds and vehicles so that a safe environment is always maintained. 20. The IP will be asked to participate in training, and my conduct trainings at the staff meeti gs. 21. Must exhibit professional conduct at all times and wear appropriate attire. QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION: 1. Must have primary professional training in nursing, medical technology, microbiology, epidemiology, or other related field(s). 2. The IP must be qualified by education, training, experience, and/or certification (i.e. CIC or IP-BC.) 3. Must be available to work part-time at the facility. 4. The IP have completed specialized training in infection prevention and control such as evidence of CDC Infection Control Training Modules. 5. The IP must demonstrate good judgement, a caring attitude, patience, good communication skills, be a team-player and lead by example. 6. Physical attributes include but are not limited to: the ability to walk / stand for long periods, bend, twist, push, pull, sit, drive and ride in vehicles, lift 50 pounds or 1/4 of his/her body weight (whichever is less), push loaded wh
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