Infection Control Coordinator

ArchCare Program: Ferncliff Nursing Home

Location: Rhinebeck, NY 

Overview:

ArchCare cares for people of all ages and faiths where they are most comfortable and best able to receive it – at home, in the community and in nursing homes. As the Continuing Care Community of the Archdiocese of New York, we see enhancing the lives of our elders and others who need extra help to stay healthy and live life to its fullest as more than just a job. To us, it’s a privilege and our calling.

We are proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®, a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive, supportive, and inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits/Perks:

• Includes accrued vacation days, sick days, and holidays.
• Participation in 403 (b)
• Voluntary Benefits: Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Discounted membership: Plum Benefits
• Pay for work-related eligible commuter expenses with pre-tax dollars

The Infection Control Coordinator is responsible for the Infection Prevention Program and tracking all infections, labs, antibiotics on an ongoing basis.

• The Infection Control Coordinator will be responsible for reporting Communicable diseases to the NYSDOH and the NYC DOH.
• Collaborates with the Medical Director/CNO/Administrator on any communicable diseases identified as reportable. Reports to the NYSDOH/NYCDOH and ensures all tracking is completed.
• Conducts Monthly Infection Control Audits; Joins the Environment of Care Rounds Team Weekly.
• Reports Infection Control data, trends, and antibiotic stewardship initiatives monthly.
• Serves as a resource for facility staff on all issues related to Infection Control Prevention.
• Provides In-Services on Infection Control Standards of Practices to Care Members in all departments on all shifts on an ongoing basis.
• Develops and implements standards of practice, policies, and procedures, particularly in problematic areas or areas of ambiguity.
• Provides support, guidance, and counseling as needed to patients and families.

Job Type:  Full Time, Day

• 1 year experience in an Infection Control position
• Infection Control Preventionist Certification, preferred

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree

$95,000 - $112,000 per year