Infection Control Nurse ICN - LPN

Job DetailsJob Location: Newark, NJ 07105Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $35.00 - $35.00 HourlyJob Shift: DayJOB SUMMARY  The Infection Control Nurse I supports the implementation and monitoring of infection prevention and control practices within a correctional healthcare facility. Under the direction of senior clinical staff, this role assists with surveillance activities, data collection, staff education, and compliance with infection control standards. The Nurse contributes to outbreak response efforts, helps monitor adherence to hygiene and safety protocols, and promotes a safe and sanitary environment for patients and staff.     DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES    Maintain current knowledge of CFG’s infection control and employee post-exposure information developed by established guidelines  On an annual basis, do a risk assessment of the facility (Population served, Main Diagnosis, high-risk procedures, State Regulatory Requirements) to develop the surveillance program. Assess staff infection control needs to develop a staff-related infection control program. (Vaccinations, Exposures, Training, Regulatory)   Performs surveillance on inmates and staff on an ongoing basis and formulates rates, reports, and trends data. Reports communicable diseases to the health department as required by State law. Monitors staff compliance with established procedures as indicated by surveillance data. (e.g., Handwashing, IV care, Catheter care, Trach care, etc.)   Provide inmate education as needed regarding infectious diseases and provide pre- and post HIV counseling to inmates and staff as indicated. Assist with product selection in relation to Infection Control issues  Participate in staff, Safety, and QI committee meetings per facility policy and provide reports as requested  Serve as a member of the Regional Infection Control Committee  Functions as a member of the nursing health care team and performs assigned clinical duties as directed and within licensure  Provide staff training per Regulatory Guidelines and as needed or indicated by surveillance data. Participate in environmental rounds  QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS  Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Licensed Practical (LPN) in the state of employment.  Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience; prior experience in infection control or public health preferred  Familiarity with CDC, OSHA, and state/local health department infection control guidelines  Basic understanding of infection prevention practices, standard precautions, and PPE usage  Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established protocols  Effective communication and interpersonal skills to support staff training and cross-functional collaboration  Ability to collect, organize, and report surveillance data accurately  Willingness to learn and grow in infection prevention within the correctional healthcare setting  Experience in a correctional or institutional healthcare setting preferred but not required  FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS  Ability to pass all required health and other screening tests  May be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays  On-call duty may be required (available to work on short notice)  ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS  Provides a positive and professional representation of CFG Health Systems, LLC.  Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention  Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice  Adheres to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations  Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities  Completes required orientation as directed by the facility  Follows facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment  Follows facility and CFG Health Systems Occurrence Protocol  Upholds HIPAA and PREA regulations  Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts  Maintains security clearance for the assigned facility  PHYSICAL DEMANDS  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation 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, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The   employees must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.