LVN/LPN Infection Prevention Nurse-S
Core
Lead the facility's infection control program, ensuring compliance with CDC/OSHA regulations, monitoring isolation precautions, and managing infectious disease reporting.
Role type
Infection Prevention Nurse (LVN/LPN)
Builds
Infection control protocols, surveillance systems, and staff training programs
Domain
Healthcare / Nursing Home
Required skills
Infection control protocols, aseptic technique, regulatory compliance (CDC/OSHA), isolation management, data reporting, staff training, environmental sanitation oversight
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Develop and implement infection control precautions and aseptic techniques; Monitor infection control practices and conduct rounds for case findings; Review and analyze infectious disease laboratory reports; Prepare monthly summaries of resident/personnel infections; Orient new employees to infection control policies and hand hygiene; Participate in Infection Control Committee meetings; Report reportable diseases to health departments; Assist in developing TB management control programs
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC