Infection Prevention Nurse-LVN

apartment Rancho Seco Care Center location_onGalt, CA 95632, US

Does educating others about Infection Prevention excite you? Do you enjoy tracking data and ensure everything is organized and complete? This role is for you! We are looking for a full time infection prevention nurse for our Skilled Nursing Facility.

You must be licensed as an LVN in the State of California.

You must enjoy working with others and ensuring they are using best practices to prevention the spread of infection.

Salary depends on experience and licensure

Here is a link about the mandate for a 40 hour per week IC Nurse in all SNFs.

https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CHCQ/LCP/Pages/AFL-20-85.aspx

Minimum Requirements:

2-3 years of clinical experience in long-term care preferred.
Infection Control Certification Required
Must have training in infection prevention and control in accordance with federal requirements.
Participates in clinical meeting; reviews new admissions, new orders, labs/diagnostics, etc. to coordinate compliance with infection control policies and practices.
Directs and coordinates compliance with facilities Antibiotic Stewardship Program and Infection Control Policies and Procedures.

Collaborate with Nursing, SSD, & Admissions Staff to ensure new and modified room assignments comply with infection standards for reducing pathogen transmission.

Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing training practices, new hire training and annual training.

Utilizes epidemiologic principles to conduct surveillance activities and investigations.

Must possess the ability to engage tactfully with regulators, facility personnel, residents, visitors, and the general public.
Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in an understandable manner.

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Pediatric Nurses Needed (RN, LVN, New Grads Welcome!)

apartment Always Home Nursing Services, Inc. location_onSacramento, CA

$27 - $35 / HOUR

About Always Home Nursing Services, Inc.: Always Home Nursing Services, Inc. is owned and operated by a local RN for over 30 years. You won’t find a corporate atmosphere at Always Home Nursing, but rather a welcoming family environment that thrives on the successes of our employees and the patients we provide care for. Always Home Nursing has been making a positive difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees in the communities we live in. We take great pride in caring for our patients with respect and dignity - caring for them in the comfort of their own homes. We have experienced supervising nurses to provide you with the support you need to be successful as a Home Health Nurse. Always Home Nursing Services, Inc., is committed to superior customer service and compassionate patient care making us a leading trusted healthcare partner over the decades. **Currently hiring RNs, LVNs (New Grads Welcome!) We have day, evening and NOC shifts available in and around the Sacramento, Stockton and Vacaville area. Benefits: Always Home Nursing Services, Inc., is pleased to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Medical, Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic benefits for full-time employees 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs Compensation: $27.00-35.00 negotiable per hour depending on skill code, experience and funding source. Responsibilities: · Utilizes the Nursing process to monitor, plan, implement and evaluate patient care. · Perform Nursing care which can include, but not limited to, enteral feedings, medication administration, tracheostomy care and respiratory treatments while monitoring for any change of condition. · Provide complete documentation of all care provided. · The licensed Nurse will perform duties within their scope of practice to meet direct patient care needs. Qualifications: · Current California Registered Nurse (RN) License or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) · Current PPD or Chest X-Ray · Current BLS card Apply today and become a valued member of the Always Home Nursing Family! Always Home Nursing Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.