INFECTION PREVENTIONIST - RN At BridgePoint , whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference that matters. We know the path to recovery doesnt happen alone. As a team, we work cohesively to meet each patients unique needs. We are a team-driven environment and we care about our own! Our employees form the foundation of everything we do optimizing patient healing and wellness, and creating a warm and welcoming environment. It is because of the dedication of our employees that we can live out our mission, vision, and company values every day. It is at BridgePoint where care, community, and careers happen. Job Summary: The Infection Preventionist facilitates and coordinates facility-wide Infection Prevention programs for the Hospital and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation (SNF) to assure compliance with local and national regulatory and accrediting standards in order to enhance the quality of patient care consistent with facility policies for the adult to geriatric patient. The position provides surveillance throughout facility for infection control purposes,coordinates all infection prevention and control activities and programs by assuming direct responsibility for infection surveillance, infection control reporting, and education. In addition, the position identifies, investigates and records data concerning hospital acquired infections;initiates appropriate infection control measures;oversees records of department activitiesand budget;works with Human Resources and Staff Development to educate employees in standard precautions and infection prevention practices.