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Regional Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Consultant

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We are seeking a Regional Infection Preventionist & Staff Development Consultant to lead infection control programs and clinical staff education across skilled nursing facilities. You will reduce healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs), ensure regulatory compliance (CMS, CDC, OSHA, DOH), and onboard/train nursing staff.

Salary: $100k-$150k

Key Responsibilities

Infection Prevention (50%)

  • Develop, implement, and monitor facility infection prevention & control plans (IPCP) per CMS F-tag F880.

  • Conduct weekly/daily infection surveillance (e.g., COVID-19, UTI, MDROs, respiratory outbreaks) and report to public health as required.

  • Lead outbreak management: isolation guidance, cohorting, PPE supply chain, and rapid testing protocols.

  • Perform environmental rounds, hand hygiene audits, and antibiotic stewardship activities.

  • Chair the Infection Prevention & Control Committee (IPCC) at each facility.

Staff Development (50%)

  • Oversee new hire orientation and annual mandatory in-services (e.g., abuse prevention, dementia care, emergency preparedness).

  • Track clinical competencies: BLS/CPR, infection control certification (CIC prep), bloodborne pathogens, and OSHA safety.

  • Coordinate with nursing leadership to address skill gaps via hands-on teaching, simulation, or e-learning modules.

  • Maintain employee health records (immunizations, TB testing, fit testing for N95s).

  • Ensure 100% compliance with state-mandated continuing education hours for licensed staff.

Regional Oversight

  • Travel between assigned facilities weekly to audit, train, and consult.

  • Prepare each building for state/federal surveys (DOH, CMS) – correct infection control deficiencies in real time.

  • Analyze HAI data (NHSN reporting) and present quarterly trends to regional leadership.

Qualifications

  • Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program (RN required; BSN preferred).

  • Licensure: Active and unencumbered RN license in [State Name].

  • Certifications: Must obtain CIC (Certification in Infection Control) within 12–18 months of hire. CPR Instructor certification strongly preferred.

  • Experience: Minimum 2 years in long-term care / skilled nursing. Previous combined IP/SDC experience or strong clinical education background required. Regional/multi-facility experience a plus.

  • Travel: Reliable vehicle required; mileage reimbursed.

Key Competencies

  • Deep knowledge of CMS infection control regulations (F880–F886) and OSHA bloodborne pathogen standard.

  • Ability to pivot between regulatory rigor and frontline teaching.

  • Proficiency with NHSN surveillance, electronic medical records, and learning management systems (LMS).

  • Calm under outbreak conditions; strong crisis communication skills.

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