Infection Control/Wound RN

Job DetailsJob Location: Davenport , IA 52806Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: NoneSalary Range: $82,000.00 - $88,000.00 SalaryJob Shift: AnyJob Category: NurseThis person will be responsible for taking part in the on call rotation with nursing leadership. Salary listed is for full time status. This position is responsible for the facility infection prevention and control program (IPCP), including the antibiotic stewardship program, which is designed to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections, and oversees the facility’s wound prevention and treatment program. General Responsibilities:  •    Oversees the facility’s Infection Control Program, assuring the facility is kept up-to-date and in compliance with all regulatory requirements/CDC guidelines •    Tracks, logs and trends all infections •    Provides education to staff on facility infection control and prevention measures •    Oversees and implements the facility antibiotic stewardship program •    Provides education to staff regarding infection prevention, proper treatments, skin integrity monitoring, etc. •    Demonstrates competency in skills mandated by required education and training. •    Provides reports to and serves on facility QAPI Committee. •    Responsible for NHSN reporting or any county/state and/or federally required reporting related to infections, pandemics, outbreaks, etc. •    Responsible for the facility’s vaccination programs/clinics, overseeing and assuring proper recording is completed . •    Serves as an integral part of the clinical nurse management team in a supervisory capacity. •    Makes recommendations for improvements in the facility’s processes and operations. •    Performs other duties as assigned. QualificationsCompletion of a nursing program at an accredited school of nursing. (Required) •    Current license with the State of Iowa as a Registered Nurse or LPN. (Required) •    Experience with Microsoft programs and Point Click Care. (Preferred) •    Must have proof of IP Certification through CMS approved course. (Required) •    Wound Nurse certification (Optional/Preferred)