Infection Prevention Nurse

Resident Services Director (RSD) Infection Prevention Nurse - Barron Center Health and Human Services Department - Full-Time (37.5 hours) The Barron Center, where kindness matters, has an opportunity for an experienced registered nurse to join a truly excellent, dedicated professional nursing management team. This RSD works in collaboration with the Director of Nursing to assume Infection Control regulatory compliance with CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) and DHHS (Department of Health & Human Services) for the State of Maine. The Barron Center is owned and operated by the City of Portland and is Maine's largest skilled nursing facility. The pay is competitive, the benefits outstanding. Now is your chance to have the job you always wanted with a group of very dedicated care providers. The successful candidate will be responsible for the surveillance of healthcare acquired and community acquired infections. This position will educate and orient staff on infection prevention practices, and will participate in Quality Assurance Performance Improvement and objectives. Duties & Responsibilities: Identifies issues, strategizes and implements policy as it relates to the safe, sanitary and comfortable environment for employees and residents of the facility. Develops and implements plans using epidemiologic principles to prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections. Completes all related required reporting data in a timely and organized fashion. Required Skills & Experience: Graduation from an approved school of nursing and licensure as an RN in Maine, additional education in gerontology preferred. Specialized training in infection prevention and control. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public. Ability to supervise, educate, orient and mentor staff. Excellent oral, written and computer skills. Willingness and ability to provide direct services to residents. Applications accepted until filled Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check and must pass a pre-employment physical exam Salary & Benefits: This is a non-union position (Grade C44) - Starting salary range is $78,302 to $93,487 annually. $5,000 sign on bonus for external candidates The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits may include: Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives Thirteen paid holidays Sick, vacation, and personal leave Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan Use of City recreation facilities Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College If you have questions or need assistance with the application, please contact Shae Gonzalez (City of Portland Recruiter) at or (call or text) The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call or email Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL Group : NON UNION Job Family : HEALTH SERVICES Posting Start : 02/07/2025 Posting End : 12/31/9999