Staff Nurse - RN - Long-Term Care jobs in Louisville, KY

**Overview:** We are seeking a dedicated Infection Preventionist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in preventing and controlling infections within our facility. **Duties:** - Develop and implement infection prevention policies and procedures - Conduct regular infection control audits and risk assessments - Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention protocols - Monitor compliance with infection control standards - Investigate outbreaks of infections and implement containment measures - Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure best practices in infection prevention - Stay current on emerging infectious diseases and best practices in infection control **Experience:** The successful candidate should possess the following skills and experience: - Infection control knowledge - Strong leadership abilities - Proficiency in aseptic technique - Experience in patient observation - Knowledge of anatomy - Background in acute care or assisted living settings - Understanding of public health principles - Familiarity with HIPAA regulations - Ability to collect and analyze data related to infections Joining our team as an Infection Preventionist offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient safety and well-being. If you are passionate about infection control and have the required skills, we welcome your application.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.56 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Ability to Relocate:

• Louisville, KY 40204: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person