RN Employee Health/ Infection Prevention
Company: St. John's Senior Servi
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Position Summary: The Infection
Control Preventionist is responsible for the prevention,
investigation, monitoring and reporting of the spread of
communicable diseases at St. John’s. As such, the role of the
Infection Control Preventionist combines epidemiological and public
health practices with administrative tasks. The job includes
resident education and care as well as the education of all staff
regarding infection control protocols and policies. Qualifications
& Education Required: Current professional registered nurse
licensure in the state of New York. Bachelor’s degree in nursing or
equivalent work experience. Current Infection Prevention
Certification At least two year experience in the management of an
infection prevention program Ability to interact with Residents and
care for their needs. Willingness to embrace and exemplify St.
John’s Brand Characteristics. Core Organizational Competencies: St.
John’s Brand Characteristics - Embrace living by being Friendly,
Respectful, Responsive, Compassionate, Innovative and Fun towards
elders, families and colleagues. Teamwork - Actively participates.
Assists team members; offers encouragement. Acknowledges/welcomes
elders. Keeps team members informed. Recognizes achievements and
efforts of others. Job Knowledge - Consistently demonstrates
working knowledge of all aspects of job. Remains current on job
related changes and trends. Planning/Organization - Demonstrates
initiative; plans appropriately. Uses time, materials, resources
effectively. Organizes work to ensure commitment and priorities.
Productivity - Consistently maintains high activity and efficiently
produces acceptable volume of work. Consistently meets deadlines
and commitments. Quality - Consistently produces accurate, timely
work which meets required quality standards. Pays attention to
detail. Sets high standards of performance for self and actively
seeks continuous improvement. Provides elder-driven care.
Reliability - Consistently delivers on commitments. Can be counted
on to accomplish tasks without follow up. Available when required
by elder or team and can be counted on to help or assist when
needed. Responds in a timely manner. Demeanor (attitude) - Embraces
change with optimism. Addresses concerns appropriately. Positively
communicates. Good listener. Consistently maintains a positive
demeanor. Position Competencies: Expertise in the infection control
and prevention Process. Ability to provide friendly, helpful,
courteous service to elders, families, and co-workers from all
departments. Skilled in group and individual training and education
around infection prevention principles and practices.
Organizational skills Ability to identify potential Infectious
disease concerns and take action to intervene Position
Responsibilities: Review and update infection roster for residents
weekly. Participation in development and maintenance of the
Facility Pandemic Emergency Plan. Remain current on the latest
communication and guidance from the CDS and CMS (NYS Department of
Health) regarding measures to be implemented related to the spread
of infectious disease in the community and in long term care.
Implementation and review of the facility’s infection prevention
and control program. Implement and monitor policies and procedures
for infection prevention for the facility. Provide education for
the staff, residents, and families about infection prevention and
control issues. Implementation of measures for the control of
outbreaks in the affected areas of the facility. Coordinate with
other departments during an outbreak for further follow up. Notify
the appropriate public health authorities in the event of an
outbreak. Submit required reports on HERDS Implement and review of
the facilities COVID, Flu, RSV and Immunization programs. Liaison
with the clinical teams regarding the development of standards,
audits, and research Liaison with the Employee Health Nurse
regarding relevant staff member health issues. Track infections and
report on trends in QAPI committee. Work closely with medical
providers regarding the Antibiotic Stewardship Program. Review
quality indicators on a monthly basis. Respond as needed in the
event of an infectious disease emergency (e.g. COVID pandemic)
Coordinate and assist with completing required testing for COVID,
flu and RSV Coordinate and assist with administering required
and/or recommended vaccinations Assist with clinical needs as
requested by the DON or ADON Physical Requirements: Stands, sits,
and walks most of the day. Frequent moving and ability to lifting
up to 50 lbs. Ability to perform activities as defined in skills
check list. Exposure to Conditions: Exposed to infectious diseases,
odors and psycho-behavioral situations.
Keywords: St. John's Senior Servi, Cheektowaga , RN Employee Health/ Infection Prevention, Healthcare , Rochester, New York
