Infection Prevention Nurse - LPN

Albuquerque, New Mexico

$35–$40.25 Per Hour
Full-time

27 days ago

Job Description

Overview:

We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Responsibilities:

As an Infection Preventionist -LPN/LVN! Under the direction of a RN, you will be responsible for one or multiple centers Infection Prevention and Control Program and will function as a practitioner, resource, consultant, educator and facilitator for all staff focusing on the following areas: Infection Prevention - Control Activities, Outbreak Management, Employee Health and Outcome - Process Surveillance. The latter includes identifying, investigating, analyzing, controlling and reporting infections.
In business since 1985, strong, stable company has a culture of compassion, and a commitment to integrity, employee appreciation, and career paths for our employees.

Qualifications:

LPN/LVN must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current practical or vocational nurse licensure by the State Board of Nursing.

Must complete specialized training in infection prevention and control.

A minimum of three years full-time or equivalent nursing experience is required and a minimum of two years of nursing experience in long-term care nursing with one year in a management/administrative or supervisory capacity is preferred.

Previous experience in infection prevention and control is preferred.

Must be able to work flexible hours in order to meet with employees working evening and night shifts.

Benefits:

*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off

*Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically-enrolled employees and their immediate family members

*On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you’ve already earned

We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
*Pet Insurance
*Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability
*Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident
*Critical Illness
*Cancer Coverage

Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Posted Salary Range: USD $35.00 - USD $40.25 /Hr.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Albuquerque, New Mexico
Job Type	Full-time
Salary	$35–$40.25 Per Hour

Skills

Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
Consultingunmatched
Employee Assistance Planunmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Infection Controlunmatched
Insuranceunmatched
Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurseunmatched
Life Insuranceunmatched
Long-Term Careunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Nursing Credentialsunmatched
People Managementunmatched
Physician Credentialunmatched
Psychiatry and Mental Healthunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Surveillanceunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Tuition Feesunmatched
Wireless Communicationsunmatched

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