Infection Control / Staff Development Coordinator

Work experience requirements

As the IC / SDC Nurse you are the second in command of the nursing department. You will work closely with the DON to improve the quality of patient care and services provided by your team. In their absence, you will oversee the entire team ensuring quality customer service and compliance with all federal, state and local rules and regulations, as well as the policies and procedures set by your employer.

Duties

The daily routine of the IC / SDC Nurse will vary depending upon the facility’s needs. However, in most instances, this position is heavily involved in hiring and training a staff including orientation. This includes a nursing staff as well as nurse's aides and certified nursing assistants. Additionally, you will put together a work schedule and directly supervise the staff by monitoring the distribution of medications, blood draws and other elements of patient care. You may also have the responsibility of tracking Infection Control line listings, government reporting, vaccinations, etc. Finally, you will develop many reports for licensing education and periodically plan and implement staff training seminars in order for staff to complete mandatory monthly educations. Develop education and training for new policies and procedures. Assist with any Plan of Correction education, audits. Mandatory daily rounds on all units. Monitor medical records for accuracy and educate on findings as applicable.

Education Requirements :

• Must possess, as a minimum, a RN Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Specific Requirements

Bear Mountain Vision and Culture

Bear Mountain is a leading healthcare company, spanning the nursing home sector from Extended / Long Term Care and Short-Term Rehabilitation to Neurobehavior Programs. Bear Mountain is dedicated to continuing its tradition of providing exceptional guest experiences across its facilities () . Our vision “To exceed your expectation with the highest quality healthcare in a safe, clean, supportive and positive environment.” unites us as a team, our Team members put the CARE back into healthcare, and, our amazing Team Members are at the heart of it all! We expect you to maintain and support the education of this culture.