Infection Control Nurse & DSD

Infection Control Nurse & DSD - LPN / RN

Date Posted: Aug 05, 2025

Hourly: $37.00 - $0.00

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Job Detail

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Location Apache Junction, Arizona
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Job Type: Full Time
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Shift: Any Shift
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License: LPN or RN
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Positions: 4
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Experience: 1 Year
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Gender: No Preference
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Degree: Certification
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Apply Before: Jan 10, 2026

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Job Description

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Infection Control Nurse & Director of Staff Development to join our growing team. The primary purpose of your job position is to plan, organize, develop, coordinate, and direct our infection control program and its activities in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern such programs, and as may be directed by the Administrator and the Infection Control Committee to ensure that an effective infection control program is maintained at all times.

Infection Control Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, coordinate, and direct our infection control program in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern such requirements in nursing care facilities.
Ensure that the facility follows current CDC, OSHA, and local regulations concerning infection control or standard/universal precautions.
Develop, maintain, and periodically update infection control precautions and aseptic technique that successfully correct problem areas.
Interpret infection control policies and procedures as necessary.
Maintain a reference library of written infection control material that will assist the facility in meeting the day-to-day needs of the isolated resident.
Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary/required, concerning the infection control program of this facility.

DSD Responsibilities

Coordinate and participate in the recruiting and hiring of staff.
Coordinate completion of and process employment-related documentation and in-servicing.
Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families to work cooperatively with other employees.
Plan, conduct and document and/or coordinate all required Fire/Internal Disasters and External Mass Casualty Drills.
Maintain neat, clean, well-groomed, professional appearance.
Capable of generating enthusiasm, and developing a cooperative relationship with employees.
Utilize information from Licensing and Certification Surveys, Employee Evaluations, Facility Rounds and recommendations from the Administrator and department heads to identify education needs.

Requirements

Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a LPN or Registered Nurse in this state.
Current CPR certification.
APIC Certification in infection control preferred, but not necessary.
Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.
Must maintain all required continuing education for licensing.
Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times.

Ability to Commute:

Apache Junction, AZ 85120 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Benefits

Life insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Health insurance
Paid time off

Skills Required

Company Overview

Apache Junction Health Center

Apache Junction, Arizona

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The only skilled nursing facility in Apache JunctionConveniently located on Southern and Ironwood, just two minutes from US-60, Apache Junction Health Center is the only skilled nursing facility in Apache Junction.Proximity to Banner Goldfield Medica... Read More

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