RN-Infection Preventionist Educator

Rome Health is seeking a skilled and compassionate RN to lead our Infection Prevention program, provide staff education, and support wound care management. This role is ideal for a proactive nurse who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to improving resident care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead infection prevention initiatives, including surveillance, reporting, and education, following CDC and NYSDOH protocols.
• Lead the antibiotic stewardship team.
• Design, coordinate, and deliver staff education and continuing education programs.
• Support wound care management and participate in weekly wound rounds.
• Collaborate with leadership to improve quality of care and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Provide guidance to staff, mentor new employees, and support competency assessments.

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in New York State.
• Completion of CDC Nursing Home Infection Prevention training.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing home experience, including 6 months charge experience.
• BSN preferred.
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention, nursing standards of care, and long-term care regulations.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and teaching skills.

Why Rome Health:

• Opportunity to make a direct impact on resident care and staff development.
• Collaborative, supportive team environment.
• Ongoing professional growth and continuing education.