POSITION: INFECTION CONTROL RN
Responsible to: Chief Medical Officer
Salary: Step Range: 37 $79,876-56 $140,064; Full Benefits
Classification: Professional, Regular, Full-Time
Location: Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services Public Health Dept. Chiloquin, Oregon
Background: P.L. 101-630 Level
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The Infection Control RN will be responsible for the infection control and employee health program. Responsible for the effective direction, management, and operation of infection prevention and control, including education of personnel and personal service contractors of KTHFS. Responsible for incorporating accreditation compliance into the infection prevention/control policies and procedures. Ensures that the Infection prevention/control goals are compatible with, and enhances KTHFS’s mission, values, and strategic plan. Responsible for employee health screenings, risk assessments & surveillance, immunization and testing, and employee health & safety training/ education. The Nurse will exercise full professional discretion and technical judgment based on licensure. Works independently and consistently using the nursing process to safely, therapeutically, and efficiently care for a full assignment of patients with subtle and unidentified needs. Support and assist specialty clinics as assigned.
Routine duties shall include providing health care-related services to individuals eligible for service provided by Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services.