Clinical Education & Infection Control Nurse

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As the premier not-for-profit senior living community in South Carolina, The Woodlands at Furman attracts residents and team members from around the nation. We were voted Best in the Upstate for the "Best Place to Work" for the 2023 Community Choice Awards .

You'll join a dynamic, energetic team of over 200 members focused on providing quality service and care to an amazing group of residents.

As a member of our team, you'll have access to a competitive salary and benefits package. You'll also be provided excellent opportunities for learning, professional development and advancement. You'll be working alongside a talented group of staff members with a positive and cheerful "can do" attitude. The Woodlands at Furman values our staff and appreciates the vital role they play in the success of our community. We encourage you to learn more about us and invite you to join our team.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance offered
• Life and supplemental insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Free flu vaccine and other immunizations
• Access to Swamp Rabbit Trail (walking and biking)
• On-site wellness center
• Internship opportunities
• Job shadowing
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Discount Program
• Quarterly employee wellness challenges
• Team Member of the Month recognition
• Team Member tuition and certification reimbursement
• Frequent Team Member recognition celebrations
• Birthday PTO day
• Paid referral bonus

We believe in training our employees to move up and move ahead in their careers. To that end, we recruit from within our ranks as much as possible and provide the resources to help them succeed within the organization. This philosophy has helped us retain highly experienced people who continue to make The Woodlands such a great place to work and live.

Award-Winning Team

Thanks in large part to the hard work of our team members, The Woodlands at Furman won Best in the Upstate 2023 Community Choice Awards in the categories of "Best Place to Work," "Best Assisted/Senior Living" and "Best Non-Medical Home Health Services".

Actively Engaged

Our team members are a passionate and compassionate group. In 2023, the Woodlands Walkers took home the Top Senior Care Partner Award for the second year in a row at the Greenville Walk to End Alzheimer's Alz-y Awards, raising more than $10,000! That's just one example of how our team members go above and beyond.

Internships

The Woodlands at Furman offers numerous internship opportunities. Options are varied and examples include wellness, activities, social work, accounting, administration and marketing. The Woodlands at Furman internships offer flexible scheduling and provide participants with an extraordinary experience to learn more about career options in a senior living community.

Applying to The Woodlands

The Woodlands at Furman is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, mental or physical disability, medical condition, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or any other protected status in accordance with state and federal laws.

Position: Clinical Education & Infection Control Nurse

Location: Greenville, SC

Job Id: 153

# of Openings: 1

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the DON, the Clinical Education & Infection Control Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for coordinating, scheduling and facilitating training and development for nursing employees, ensuring survey compliance for all licensed areas and oversees the infection surveillance, prevention and outbreak response process. Assists the Director of Nursing to direct health related services for the Nursing Center, Assisted Living and Memory Support units in a Continuing Care Retirement Community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Ability to work a flexible schedule (developed in coordination with the DON) to include all shifts, all days as needed to train and educate staff
• Develop and follow a comprehensive infection prevention risk assessment and program, to include surveillance, reporting and nursing assessment and interventions to prevent the most commonly occurring infections in long-term care
• Coordinates and assists in the development of training programs, research training materials and identify trainers
• Participates in the interviewing and hiring process for nursing employees
• Develop, direct and schedule refresher training, as necessary, for assigned staff and licensed professional personnel.
• Provide staff education during the orientation process to include abuse and neglect, resident rights, privacy standards, etc.
• Direct, evaluate and supervise resident care and initiate corrective action.
• Maintains current knowledge base of guidelines for Medicare providers.
• Provides education for interdisciplinary teams, licensed nurses, and certified nursing assistants.
• Assist the DON in establishing policies and interpreting those policies according to the standards of nursing practice.
• Rotates among various clinical services of institution as needed.
• Participates in community quality assessment and improvements programs.
• Maintains compliance with all personnel policies, established community policies and procedures, and Federal and State regulations and standards, including but not limited to HIPAA privacy and confidentiality laws.
• Conducts a quarterly Mock DHEC Survey for Skilled and Assisted Living
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience

• Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina. Knowledge of Nursing theory and standards of practice.
• Knowledge of OBRA/Federal/State regulations For Nursing Homes/Assisted Living.
• Knowledge of basic infection control principles, protocols and practices including, Quarantine, Contact Tracing, PPE Utilization and Antibiotic Stewardship.
• Two years of supervisory experience in a Long-Term Care setting preferred.

Clinical Expertise

• Knowledge of standards of care and practices applicable to the delivery of geriatric services, complex medical conditions, multiple medical diagnoses, including preventive measures, rehabilitation, and promoting independence.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Language Ability:
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking the primary language of the residents.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills:
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as dosages, fluid intake & output, accurate measurements, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry as needed to the delivery of medical services.
• Cognitive Demands:
  • Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Computer Skills:
  • Ability to use Microsoft Windows. Ability to use software to design calendars and signs. Ability to use the Internet.
• Ability to operate a car/truck and maintain a valid driver’s license. Ability to operate general office equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY

• Works primarily indoors in a climate-controlled setting
• Possible exposure to unpleasant odors
• Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual
• Continuous exposure to residents who are ill, confused, irritable and irrational

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

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