Quality Improvement and Infection Prevention Nurse

Quick Facts

• Role: Quality Improvement and Infection Prevention and Control Nurse

Description

Lead the Infection Prevention (IP) and Control Program and the MDRO Prevention Initiative by applying evidence-based infection control practices. Establish surveillance indicators, conduct monitoring, support the annual Infection Control Risk Assessment, and provide ongoing education and training for staff. Audit clinical charts and monitor invasive procedures to help reduce the risk of infections among patients, employees, visitors, and students.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship (or limited exceptions per VA policy)

• English proficiency (basic written and spoken)

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN or CCNE) or an approved nursing education pathway

• Current, full, active, unrestricted RN licensure in a U.S. state/territory/DC (or eligible temporary GNT pathway)

• Background/security investigation; complete pre-employment onboarding and physical evaluation

• Pass pre-employment urinalysis drug screening (testing designated positions)

• Seasonal influenza vaccination is required

• Selective Service registration (males born after 12/31/1959)

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential performance awards

• 50 days of paid time off per year (annual leave, sick leave, and paid federal holidays)

• Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% contributions by VA

• Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care insurance options

• License portability: 1 full and unrestricted license from any U.S. state or territory

• Work schedule typically 8am–4:30pm (as determined by supervisor); telework not available; sporadic travel possible