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iCare Health Network is seeking a motivated, organized Registered Nurse to join our team as an Infection Preventionist / Professional Development Coordinator (IP/PDC). This role combines infection prevention, staff education, and wound care in a long-term care and rehabilitation setting.
We are willing to train the right candidate! Previous IP/PDC experience is not required. Training, resources, and ongoing hands-on support are provided by experienced regional clinical leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Infection Prevention & Control
Coordinate the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program with support from regional clinical leadership.
Conduct infection surveillance, monitor trends, and complete required reporting.
Promote infection prevention practices through rounds, audits, and staff education.
Collaborate with facility leadership on outbreak management, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement.
Professional Development Coordinator
Coordinate and monitor staff education and training compliance through Relias.
Organize and complete annual nursing competencies and required skills assessments.
Provide staff education and in-services as needed, including education related to survey findings and plans of correction.
Collaborate with nursing leadership to support new hire orientation and ongoing staff development.
Wound Care
Participate in weekly wound rounds with the wound care provider.
Monitor wound assessments, healing progress, and documentation.
Collaborate with the nursing team and wound care provider to support wound treatment and prevention.
Additional Responsibilities
Participate in a rotating weekend on-call schedule, providing staffing coverage when necessary.
Qualifications
Current Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Long-term care or skilled nursing experience preferred.
One year of increased nursing responsibility or leadership experience preferred, but not required.
Infection Control Certification required; resources and assistance provided to obtain certification if not currently certified.
CT IV Management Certification required; training provided if not currently certified.
Strong organizational, communication, and computer skills.
What We Offer
Competitive salary of $100,000–$115,000 annually, based on experience.
Health insurance, time off benefits, and a 401(k) retirement plan with matching.
Training, professional development, and ongoing support from regional clinical leadership.
Opportunities for career growth within iCare Health Network.
Whether you are an experienced infection prevention nurse or an RN interested in developing new skills, we encourage you to apply!
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