Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse

Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse Print (https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / pabureau / jobs / newprint / 4634386) Apply Infection Preventionist Registered NurseSalary$90,028.

00 - $107,345.00 AnnuallyLocation Chester County, PAJob TypeCivil Service Permanent Full-TimeJob NumberCS-2024-92636-30423DepartmentDepartment of Military & Veterans AffairsDivisionMV Nrsg SevcOpening Date09 / 24 / 2024Closing Date10 / 8 / 2024 11 : 59 PM EasternJob Code30423Position Number00226949UnionSEIU - Healthcare PABargaining UnitP4Pay GroupST08Bureau / Division Code00134580Bureau / DivisionSoutheastern Veterans' CenterWorksite Address1 Veterans DriveCitySpring City, PennsylvaniaZip Code19475Contact NameDesiree CortesContact Emailamirving@pa.

gov+ Description+ Benefits+ QuestionsTHE POSITION NOTE : THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2024-92636-30423. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 TO SEPTEMBER 17, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Do you want to make a difference by providing superior resident care for our honored veterans? Are you committed to being an infectious disease prevention leader?

The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, Southeastern Veterans' Center needs an Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse.

Protect those who served our country and join our dedicated team. Apply today! Watch this video (https : / / www.flickr.

com / photos / panationalguard / 40381884892 / in / album-72157689769595704 / ) t o see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK The Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse (IPRN) works to prevent, detect, and control infectious diseases.

You will recommend and implement policies and procedures that support the Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP).

You will also conduct outbreak investigations, monitor resident health, and collaborate with facility staff to ensure quality resident care.

A key role is training and monitoring staff for compliance and advising IPCP best practices. Interested in learning more?

Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https : / / careers.employment.pa.gov / pd / PD NEOGOV.

asp?p 00226949) . Work Schedule and Additional Information : + Full-time employment, 40 hours per week. + Work hours are 8 : 00 AM to 4 : 30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Flexible schedule, weekends as needed. + Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. + You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.

Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements : + Two years of professional nursing experience in a healthcare facility.

Special Requirements : + All positions require possession of an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Certificate of Mastery issued by the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration in Long Term Care (NADONALTC), possession of an active Certified in Infection Control (CIC) certification as issued by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC), or possession of an active Long-Term Care Certification in Infection Prevention (LTC-CIP) certification as issued by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC).

All positions require active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania. + All employees possessing an active temporary practice permit must obtain licensure as a Registered Nurse within the one (1) year period defined by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.

Other Requirements : + PA residency requirement (https : / / www.employment.pa.gov / Additional%20Info / Pages / default.

aspx) is currently waived for this title. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements : + A conditional offer of employment will require medical examination.

This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. + Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply : + Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience / education).

• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date . Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans : + Pennsylvania law (51 Pa.

C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.

To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov / Additional%20Info / Pages / default.

aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] . Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) : + 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION+ Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position.

No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). + Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

• Your score is valid for this specific posting only. + You must provide complete and accurate information or : + your score may be lower than deserved.
• you may be disqualified. + You may only apply / testoncefor this posting. + Your results will be provided via email. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https : / / www.

youtube.com / embed / HtcSRnndflc?rel 0) !Health & WellnessWe offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*Compensation & Financial PlanningWe invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work / Life BalanceWe know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.

S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.* Values and CultureWe believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good.

As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

Eligibility rules apply. 01 You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification.

Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.

Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience / training / certification.

The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https : / / www.

employment.pa.gov / Additional%20Info / Pages / default.aspx) .+ Yes 02 Do you possess an Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Certificate of Mastery issued by the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration in Long Term Care (NADONALTC) or possession of an active Certified in Infection Control (CIC) certification as issued by the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC)?

Yes+ No 03 If you answered yes to the previous question, please provide a copy of the certification for the course. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application process.

All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application. If you indicated you have not completed this course, type N / A in the text box below.

04 Do you possess active authorization to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania; or do you possess an active temporary permit to practice as a Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania?

Yes+ No 05 If yes, please list the state that issued your license, your license number, and the expiration date. If you answered no to the question above, please type N / A in the box below.

06 Do you possess two or more years of full-time professional nursing experience in a healthcare facility? + Yes+ No 07 If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.

The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.

If you claimed you do not have experience, type N / A in the text box below. Required QuestionAgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Websitehttp : / / www.employment.pa.gov