Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist

Company: Schuylkill Center
Location: Pottsville
Posted on: April 15, 2025

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control SpecialistBenefits of the Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist:It Really Pays to Have a Friend! Refer Your Friend (CNA/LPN) and Earn $$$$!Daily Pay! Your pay, when you need it! Get paid daily!Competitive Pay Rates!Generous PTO to include Vacation, Sick, and Personal timeComprehensive Benefits Plan and 401kCore Benefits start the first day of the month following date of hire!Industry leading orientation and training with on-going management support.Employee recognition through various awards and recognition programsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesAn employer who cares about YOU1000 Schuylkill Manor Rd, Pottsville, PA 17901Schuylkill Center has been voted "The Best Nursing Home for the 2022 Reader's Choice Award", for the 2nd year in a row! Schuylkill Center is currently looking for a full time Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist to assist with leading our nursing team! Are you a compassionate and enthusiastic Registered Nurse (RN) with leadership experience in long-term care? Then this might be the perfect opportunity for YOU!Requirements of the Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control:Must possess, as a minimum, an Associates Degree, or BS preferred and completed nursing schoolMust possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in this state.Must have, as a minimum, two (2) years experience in a hospital, nursing care facility, or other related healthcare facility.Must possess a working knowledge of epidemiology, microbiology, infectious diseases, and aseptic technique to include standard/transmission-based precautionsAPIC Certification in infection prevention and control preferred, but not necessary.Must successfully complete a post offer, pre-employment criminal background check and physical / drug screen.Responsibilities of the Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Control Specialist:Report all reportable diseases to the county and state health departmentsAssist with in-services on wound prevention, wound care, ostomy care, and incontinence for the nursing staff.Maintains a liaison with the residents, their families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for the residents' needs in relation to prevention and control of infections.Assist in training department personnel in identifying tasks that involve potential exposure to blood or body fluids.A team centered culture that supports our values of S.H.A.R.E. (Service, Honesty, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) drive our daily activities with all we interact with.Take pride in your career and join an organization where your talents will shine! Apply Today or Schedule a time for us to give you a call here: https://calendly.com/mbullen-panaceahc/15min !Schuylkill Center is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable Federal, State and Local civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, and protected veteran status.#PANACEA123

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