2 registered nurse hhd jobs found

Position Summary: The Infection Control Nurse evaluates quality of resident care and resident outcomes as they relate to healthcare associated/nosocomial infections. Position Responsibilities of an Infection Control RN: * Does on-going monitoring of health care associated/nosocomial infections * Track trends in infection within the facility and report infection clusters to appropriate agencies required by state and local regulations. * Identify infection control issues and make recommendations for corrective action * Must meet job related competencies as outlined in the Skills Competency Manual * Monitors infection control practices and employee compliance * Ensures compliance with OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens Standard and Tuberculosis Control Plan * Reports communicable disease to the state as required by law * Attend required in-service education, presents Infection Control in-services * Participates in the QA process and “Nurse On-Call” program * Communicates effectively with...

Position Summary: Charge Nurse supervises nursing care to residents according to physicians orders, directs staff and ensures the delivery of quality care on their shift. Position Responsibilities of a Nurse Supervisor: * Must function within scope of practice according to the State Board of Nursing * Administers medication and treatments as prescribed by physician * Accurately and timely completes documentation of care given * Supervises, evaluates and may suspend personnel according to HCF policy * Refers to and follows resident’s care plan * Observes and reports any abnormal findings, such as, injuries, incidents, skin issues, complaints, suspected abuse/neglect/misappropriation, and any unsafe conditions as well as any significant change in condition * Oversees operation and staffing for their shift * Attend required in-service education * Follows appropriate Infection Control and Safety Practices Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Graduation from an accredited school of...