What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director of Nursing- Infection Control position at The Pines Post Acute & Memory Care?
We are looking for a part time Assistant Director of Nursing to help out with Infection Control at our facility. The Pines Post Acute & Memory Care is a 50-bed Nursing Facility focusing on Short Term Rehabilitation and Memory Care nestled among 17 acres of beautiful country in Clintonville, WI. We are committed to a Culture of Caring, not only for the residents we serve but for our valued employees as well. We strive to be a “teaching facility” with a passion for education and we foster an environment for our staff’s career growth. We want our employees to enjoy a LONG career in healthcare!
Pay: $32/hr. to $34/hr.
Hours: 16-20 hours per week
Job Responsibilities:
- Assists the Director of Nursing Services in managing and directing the Nursing Services Department.
- Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, coordinate, and direct our infection control program in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern such requirements in the long-term care facility
- Ensure that the facility is in compliance with current CDC, OSHA, and local regulations concerning infection control or universal precautions
- Develop, maintain, and periodically update infection control precautions and aseptic technique that successfully correct problem areas
- Maintain a reference library of written infection control material that will assist the facility in meeting the day-to-day needs of the isolated resident
- Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies. Assist the Discharge Planning Coordinator in developing and implementing discharge plans for the resident in isolation or on infection control precautions
- Maintain a written record of all residents and employees who have nosocomial infections. Participate in surveys of possible carriers among residents and personnel, and in tracing possible sources of infection within the facility
- Report all reportable diseases to the county and state health departments.
- Serve on, participate in, and attend Infection Control Committee meetings. Represent the Infection Control Committee as required
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program
- 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility preferred
- Must have, as a minimum, one year of experience as a supervisor in a hospital, long-term care facility, or other related health care facility.
The Pines Post Acute & Memory Care
1625 E Main Street
Clintonville, WI 54929
Our facility follows the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ COVID-19 vaccination requirement. The regulation requires all facility employees and contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to be granted an exemption based on an approved request for a medical or religious exemption.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $32.00 - $36.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Clintonville, WI 54929: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Supervising experience: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN (Required)
Work Location: One location
Salary : $32 - $34
