The Infection Preventionist and Wound Care Nurse evaluates and revises infection control practices while monitoring policies to mitigate infections in a long-term care setting. Additionally, this role provides direct resident wound assessments, updates care plans, and leads vaccination and antibiotic stewardship programs.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold an active Minnesota RN license and have at least 3 years of clinical experience. Proficiency in electronic medical records and computer software is required, along with the ability to obtain Infection Control certification within six months of hire.
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Job description
Infection Preventionist and Wound Care Nurse Winona Senior Services .40 FTE, 32 Hours a Pay Period Schedule: Day Hours, 7-3:30 pm Weekends: None Holidays: None
Position Overview
The Infection Control Preventionist evaluates and revises infection control practices in the long-term care setting to mitigate infections. This role closely monitors the policies, standard work and practices against evidenced based practices and guidelines and provides corrective guidance to clinical and support staff. Provides direct resident assessment of wounds and evaluates treatment regimens in Lake Winona Manor.
Essential
Duties & Responsibilities
Tracks and records all communicable infections on an ongoing basis and provides constant feedback to leadership regarding the effectiveness of policies and controls within the service area.
Leads the antibiotic stewardship and vaccination programs within the nursing home for residents.
Collaborates with the Winona Health Infection Control Preventionist and represents Lake Winona Manor by attending and representing Lake Winona Manor at the Winona Health Infection Control Meetings.
Performs routine and random surveillance in the units to identify possible communicable diseases or infections before they can spread.
Leads Vaccination efforts in the facility
Performs and oversees communicable disease as required by state and federal mandates. This includes staff and resident vaccinations, outbreaks, and identification of microorganisms of concern.
Determines the type and duration of isolation precautions when needed.
Reports to the QA&I Meeting all infections by organism on a monthly basis and leads local mitigation efforts on the units.
Provides immediate and ongoing performance feedback/coaching to staff regarding infection prevention and wound care.
Performs weekly wound care assessments and records findings and updates plan of care in collaboration with the nursing team.
Identifies wound concerns based upon observation and record review and reports findings to provider, wound care supplier and nursing team to provide efficient response/action.
Rounds monthly with wound care specialist to review wound healing, progress and goals
Updates individual care plans with goals and interventions for wound care.
Benefits
Accident Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Hospital Indemnity
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Training
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Discounts
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
403(b) Retirement Plan
Mental Health Support
Wellness Incentives
Scholarships
Legal Assistance
Earned Sick Time
Identity Protection Plans
Makes recommendations and assists with wound care prevention/mitigation strategies including dressings, support surfaces, and comfort measures.
Assists with staff competency evaluations and skills fairs
Skills and Experience
Required
Active MN RN License
CPR/BLS Certification
3 Years experience as an RN in a clinical setting
Infection Control Certification within 6 months of hire (training will be provided on-site)
Moderate-Excellent Computer skills including Electronic based medical records, Excel, Word, and Sharepoint
Preferred
Prior long term care experience
Experience with evaluating and providing wound care, particularly with staging of ulcerations
Infection Control training
Required Work Schedule
• General work hours are 7am- 3:30 pm, but allows for some flexibility. No weekend or Holiday rotation requirements.
Summary of Benefits at Winona Health
At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:
Health Insurance
Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
Income
Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
Retirement
Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
Work/Life
Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
Education &
Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
Employee
Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers
For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources
Internal Applicant Policy
It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal.
Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position.
Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer.
The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions.
Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion.
Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.
Disclaimer
Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
