Registered Nurse Senior (RN) - SHW

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

• THIS ANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO BE CONSIDERED.*

State Hospital West (SHW) in Nampa is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse Sr to serve as the hospital's Infection Control / Employee Health Nurse. This position is responsible for leading hospital-wide infection prevention and control activities, supporting employee health initiatives, monitoring healthcare-associated infections, and ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Infection Control / Employee Health Nurse works collaboratively with nursing, medical staff, pharmacy, administration, and other departments to identify infection risks, implement prevention strategies, provide staff education, and support continuous quality improvement. The position also plays a lead role in the Antibiotic Stewardship Program (ASP) and the development and evaluation of the hospital's Infection Prevention and Control Plan and Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA).

Current Certification in Infection Control (CIC) through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC), or the ability to obtain certification within three years of hire, is required.

This position is not eligible for telework.

The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.

BENEFITS:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
• Employee assistance program

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Lead hospital-wide infection prevention and control activities, ensuring compliance with TJC, CDC, OSHA, CMS, and public health requirements.
• Conduct infection surveillance, monitor trends and risks, and implement appropriate interventions to prevent and control infections.
• Coordinate Employee Health activities, including employee screenings, vaccinations, illness and exposure assessments, and return-to-work recommendations.
• Ensure timely reporting of communicable diseases and other reportable conditions to appropriate health authorities.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate the Infection Prevention and Control Plan, ICRA, and related quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the Antibiotic Stewardship Program by monitoring antibiotic use, evaluating outcomes, and providing education on appropriate use.
• Prepare and present infection prevention data, reports, and recommendations to leadership committees, and clinical staff.
• Provide infection prevention and employee health education and consultation to staff, while collaborating with leadership, healthcare providers, and public health partners to address infection risks and improve practices.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position.

• Licensed as a Professional or Registered Nurse in Idaho as defined by Idaho Code 54-1408 or state licensure as a Registered Nurse pursuant to the Nurse Licensure Compact, Idaho Code 54-1418.For licensure information, please contact the Idaho Board of Nursing at http://ibn.idaho.gov or call (208) 577-2476.
• Experience performing nursing assessments and developing and implementing nursing care plans. Typically gained by at least six months work experience.
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If you have questions, please contact us at:

Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.

(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL:dhwjobs@dhw.idaho.gov

PHONE:(208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.