*Benefits for an Infection Prevention Control Officer: *
* Full benefits, paid time off, 401k, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, free CEUs, mentor bonuses, employee perks, AND MORE
* Major growth opportunities for our staff
* Caring culture and environment
* M-F dayshift

*Responsibilities of an Infection Prevention Control Officer: *
* Be responsible for administering the Infection Prevention and Control Program in a long-term care and short-term rehabilitation / sub-acute care nursing center.
* Identify, investigate, report, prevent, and control the spread of COVID and other acquired infections among residents, staff, and guests. You will manage and administer the centers COVID testing schedules as needed and educate staff on CDC updates, as well as ensure staff are educated in proper use of PPD.
* Serve as the center’s knowledge specialist in CDC, Joint Commission, and Occupational Health standards, as well as federal and state regulations related to infection prevention and control in skilled nursing facilities

*Qualifications for an Infection Prevention Control Officer: *
* Active RN or LPN Licensure in the state of practice OR a bachelor’s degree or equivalent in education and experience in Epidemiology, Microbiology, Medical Technology, or related.
* Two (2) or more years’ experience as an Infection Preventionist or related healthcare professional with knowledge of infection prevention and control, microbiology, infectious diseases, and epidemiology in patient care practices.
* CDC - IPCO Certification required or must be willing to complete within 5 days of employment.

*ABOUT US *

Ocala Oaks Rehabilitation Center, located at 3930 E. Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala FL 34471, is a 120 beds skilled nursing center that offers in-patient residential care, short-term rehabilitation and specialty services. Our property features private and semi-private rooms, landscaped grounds, 7-day per week admissions, and rehabilitation gym with 7 day per week therapy, and we accept a wide variety of insurance plans. We manage situations to create positive outcomes. To learn more, please visit www.ocalaoaksrehab.com today!

*Our Service Standards: *
* Sincere Appreciation…for everyone
* Hearing Needs…and responding quickly
* Caring Approach…in everything we do
* Managing Situations…for positive outcomes

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
* On call
* Weekends as needed



License/Certification:
* Florida RN Licensure (Required)

Work Location: In person