Staff Development RN/Infection Preventionist

Plymouth, MN
Full Time
Experienced

 
 
Position: Staff Development/ Infection Preventionist


 
Purpose
The Infection Preventionist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining the facility's infection prevention and control program, ensuring adherence to current best practices and regulatory requirements.  The Staff Development role is responsible for work-related training and development programs of all staff to improve individual skills, orientate new employees to the facility and to comply with training requirements.

 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism. Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must be able to speak, write, and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.

Education and Experience

Must have, as a minimum, 1 year of experience in nursing. Prefer two years’ experience in a long-term care facility. Must possess skills in leadership and communication. Must possess creativity, integrity, and initiative. Must be able to provide critical thinking skills to address clinical issues. Must possess a working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic technique to include standard/transmission-based precautions. 

Licensing/Certifications

Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an RN in Minnesota. Infection Preventionist certification is required.

 




 
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