Infection Preventionist

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  • West Woods of Niles
Job Summary
Location
Niles ,MI 49120
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
22 Feb 2025
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Job Description
*Are you Passionate about helping and caring for others? *Are you motivated to provide exceptional customer service in whatever you do? If you answered YES, we are looking for YOU!

We are seeking a Full-Time RN or LPN Infection Preventionist responsible for implementing the facilities infection prevention program. This role will plan, organize and direct the implementation of a system wide infection control and prevention program whose primary goal is to prevent and reduce causes and/or sources of infection in compliance with IPC protocols.

Qualified candidates will be a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in the State of Michigan. Excellent written and oral communication skills, be able to display leadership through staff education and training.

*Salary:*
* RN: $44.95 / hr - $53.95 / hr
* LPN: $39.70 / hr - $46.20 / hr
* Includes $.85 Wage Pass through until 9.30.25

*Infection Prevention primary responsibilities:*
* Manage, maintain and operationalize the Infection Control & Prevention Program
* Assist with the collection, analysis and reporting of IP Data
* Perform new hire and annual competency testing and evaluations on clinical staff.
* Maintain education records and ensure compliance with standards.
* actively participate in QA meetings.
* consult and communicate with county and state health departments as needed.
* Conduct thorough patient observation and documentation review to identify potential infection risks.
* Mentor and lead nursing staff in infection control measures, fostering effective communication and teamwork.
* Maintain accurate medical records and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient safety and care quality.

*Why Work for us?*
* Mentoring at your skill level
* Enjoy a family / work life balance with generous PTO that starts accruing on day 1!
* Insurance benefits available to anyone committing to work 17+ hours per wee

*Why Work for us?*
* Daily Pay!
* Experience based pay scale
* *FREE* Medical Insurance option for Full Time Employees
* Multiple benefit plan options that allow you to choose what is best for your family.
* Traditional and Roth 401K with up to a 4% company match.
* Plus so much more!!

If you join our team, you will join a hard-working group that values communication and collaboration and have the opportunity to provide quality care to residents in an environment that promotes their rights, dignity, freedom of choice and individuality.

West Woods of Niles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer dedicated to creating and inclusive workplace for all.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $39.70 - $53.95 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed



Experience:
* Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
* Case management: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:
* RN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person