Infection Control RN in Wakefield, Rhode Island at South County Hospital

South County Health is an independent, non-profit healthcare system offering a comprehensive range of advanced inpatient, outpatient and home health services. Accredited by The Joint Commission (TJC), SCH is made up of South County Hospital, South County Home Health, and South County Medical Group. South County Health has received numerous distinctions for patient care and safety over the years, which have included a 5-star rating on HCAHPS scores, a 5-star rating by CMS for overall hospital quality, and A’s for hospital quality and patient safety by The Leapfrog Group. Having celebrated over 100 years of service to southern Rhode Island, South County Health offers an exceptional opportunity to provide our patients with the best care possible while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. We offer competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package which includes, health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, 403b, PTO, and a broad range of career development benefits and opportunities.

Job Summary:

A Registered nurse who has demonstrated expertise to assess, plan, implement and evaluate the hospital’s Infection Control program through the knowledge of the principles and practices of Infection control.

Has a minimum of 5 years in hospital nursing experience as a registered nurse.

Current RI State Nursing License.

Completed Infection Control Training Course through APIC within 1-2 years of position.

Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) or certification A-IPC within 1-3 years of position.