The Infection Control Preventionist position at The New Jewish Home's Nursing Department in Manhattan involves a wide range of responsibilities focused on ensuring the safety and well-being of both staff and residents. The Preventionist plays a crucial role in coordinating staff orientation, training, and education with a special emphasis on infection control practices. Collaborating closely with the Director of Nursing, this role oversees the infection control program within the facility, including collecting and analyzing infection statistics, coordinating response to outbreaks, and maintaining current policies and procedures. The Preventionist also ensures regulatory compliance, participates in staff education, and assists in performance improvement activities. Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and communication skills are essential for success in this role. The ideal candidate should hold a Registered Professional Nurse license in New York State, with specialized training in infection prevention and control, and possess a BCLS certification. Additionally, a minimum of five years of experience in managing educational programs, preferably in a long-term care setting, is required.

• Currently licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State
• Baccalaureate in Nursing, Master's Degree in Education or healthcare-related field preferred
• Specialized training in infection prevention and control
• Five years of professional responsibility in managing educational programs, preferably in a long-term care setting
• BCLS Certification
• APIC certification preferred or equivalent infection control experience
• Strong critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, and computer skills required

About The New Jewish Home

Since 1848, The New Jewish Home has been dedicated to helping older New Yorkers live full and meaningful lives by providing outstanding health care and innovative programming. As a comprehensive, mission-driven nonprofit health care system, we serve older adults of all faiths, ethnicities, and income levels. Our Manhattan skilled nursing facility, accredited by the Joint Commission, is the only facility in NYC staffed by full-time Mount Sinai physicians and nurse practitioners. In addition to providing specialized short-term rehabilitation in partnership with leading hospitals and person-directed nursing home care, The New Jewish Home offers programs to help older adults in the community thrive. We operate comprehensive adult day health care programs in Manhattan and the Bronx, a home care agency, a certified home health agency, and a Medicaid Assisted Living Program.

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