Registered Nurse - Infection Prevention Specialist

About the Organization

Join a not-for-profit organization with over 100 years of history providing housing and services to seniors. We are committed to delivering quality care and service within a Christian environment. Our mission is to support the well-being of our community through compassionate, faith-based healthcare solutions.

About the Role

Located at the St. Vincent Care Center in Bismarck, ND, this position serves as a vital partner in our Infection Prevention program. You will work collaboratively with infection and prevention control staff under leadership to achieve program goals and objectives. The role involves evaluating infection control trends and practices while developing educational programs for employees.\n In this position, you will possess a working knowledge of microbiology and epidemiology to drive surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and reportable illnesses. Your day-to-day responsibilities include analyzing statistical data, consulting on asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, and isolation protocols, and monitoring compliance with standards and evidence-based strategies. You will also evaluate and improve patient outcomes, assist with research needs, and engage in special projects as assigned.

This role requires strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to seek out new information. You will work closely with our wound consultant on a weekly basis, participate in quality programs, and occasionally assist on the floor to ensure a comprehensive approach to patient safety.

Hiring Process

An accepted offer is contingent upon passing a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as part of our Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Equal Opportunity

Good Samaritan is an EEO/AA Employer (M/F/Disability/Vet). We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. If you are an individual with a disability and require an accommodation for the online application process, please contact us at 1-877-673-0854 or talent@sanfordhealth.org.

Work location

Work model: On-site

2264, East Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota, 58504, United States

Bismarck, North Dakota

Key Responsibilities

check_circleEvaluate infection control trends, practices, and statistical data
check_circleAssist with research needs and special projects as assigned
check_circleProvide consultation on asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, and isolation protocols
check_circleMonitor compliance with standards, regulations, and evidence-based strategies
check_circleSupport floor operations when required to assist with patient care
check_circleDevelop and deliver educational programs for employees on infection control
check_circleCollaborate with infection prevention staff to achieve program goals and objectives
check_circleConduct surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and reportable illnesses
check_circleCollaborate with wound consultants and support quality programs

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's degree in nursing, related clinical field, or Masters of Public Health preferred
verifiedTwo years' of experience in a healthcare field required
verifiedBoard of Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required for Acute setting
verifiedCompletion of CDC-approved Infection Prevention course required for Post-Acute setting
verifiedUnencumbered RN license or multistate licensure required

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree in nursing, related clinical field, or graduate from an approved Masters of Public Health program. Graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program (e.g., CCNE, ACEN, NLN CNEA).

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleLife insurancecheck_circle401(k) retirement plancheck_circleGenerous time off packageWork/life balance benefits

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Microbiology, Epidemiology, Asepsis, Disinfection, Sterilization, Isolation, Disease Transmission, Board Of Certification In Infection Control, RN License, Nurse Licensure Compact.

Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing or related clinical field preferred; Graduate from an approved Masters of Public Health program preferred.

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In this RN - Infection Prevention Specialist - FT - Days at Good Samaritan role, you will evaluate infection control trends, practices, and statistical data; assist with research needs and special projects as assigned; provide consultation on asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, and isolation protocols; and monitor compliance with standards, regulations, and evidence-based strategies.

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To qualify for the RN - Infection Prevention Specialist - FT - Days at Good Samaritan position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in nursing, related clinical field, or Masters of Public Health preferred; Two years' of experience in a healthcare field required; Board of Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required for Acute setting; Completion of CDC-approved Infection Prevention course required for Post-Acute setting; and Unencumbered RN license or multistate licensure required.

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RN - Infection Prevention Specialist - FT - Days at Good Samaritan is based in 2264, East Bismarck Expressway, Bismarck, Burleigh County, North Dakota, 58504, United States. This is a on-site role.

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Key skills for RN - Infection Prevention Specialist - FT - Days at Good Samaritan include Microbiology; Epidemiology; Asepsis; Disinfection; Sterilization; Isolation; Disease Transmission; and Board Of Certification In Infection Control.

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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in nursing or related clinical field preferred; and Graduate from an approved Masters of Public Health program preferred.

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RN - Infection Prevention Specialist - FT - Days