JOB Ensures compliance with local, state and federal Infection Control regulations. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Experience and Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and five (5) years of experience, including two (2) years in a skilled nursing facility, convalescent or nursing home, hospital, or similar healthcare setting and two (2) years of infection prevention experience.
Active Connecticut RN license.
Certification in Infection Control (CIC).
Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable local, state and federal regulations governing resident care in a skilled nursing facility.
Demonstrated knowledge of infection control principles, epidemiology, and microbiology.
Proven ability to deliver effective adult education programs and motivate staff.
Proficiency in the operation of a personal computer and the use of software to develop tracking mechanisms, audits, and special studies.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Proven ability to collect, organize, and maintain detailed infection-related data for tracking and reporting purposes.
Proven ability to deal tactfully and courteously with residents, families, colleagues, and the public.
Examination: 100% Training & Experience Assessment
The examination to determine a candidate's eligibility for the position will be a Training and Experience Assessment. This type of examination requires that you completely fill out the application, adding pages for additional relevant information where needed, and attaching any documentation of certificates, degrees, other significant documents, etc. A candidate's eligibility to be interviewed will be based solely on material submitted at the time of application. Once the Eligibility List is prepared no further information may be submitted and no adjustments will be made. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION All positions may be subject to an interview process. The Town reserves the right to limit the number of qualified candidates who will be invited to participate.
All outside candidates will be required to undertake and successfully pass a pre-employment medical examination, which includes a substance abuse test that includes testing for THC (the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana), given at the Town's expense prior to employment if conditionally offered a part time, full time or safety sensitive position.
The Town of Greenwich has implemented a policy of background investigations for all full and part time positions positions prior to hiring as part of the reference checking procedures for outside candidates. The investigation will only be conducted as the last step prior to an offer. Refusal to sign the release form will terminate the candidate's further consideration.
