Quality Assurance Nurse (LPN) – QA Staff Education Infection Preventionist KP#01

Job Title: Quality Assurance Nurse (LPN) QA / Staff Education / Infection Preventionist
Location: Phoenix AZ
Type: Contract Full-Time Weekdays
Schedule: 8:00 AM 5:00 PM (Other shifts 7:00 AM 3:00 PM or 8:00 AM 4:00 PM possible)
Pay: $44/hour

Position Overview:
Navitas Healthcare LLC is seeking an experienced Quality Assurance Nurse (LPN) to lead quality initiatives staff education and infection prevention activities in a long-term care or nursing facility setting. This role combines Quality Assurance Staff Development and Infection Prevention responsibilities working closely with leadership to ensure regulatory compliance and high standards of resident care.

Qualifications:

• Current LPN license in Arizona

• Current Fingerprint Clearance Card

• Infection Preventionist Certification

• Valid Arizona Drivers License for in-state travel

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Implement and maintain policies and procedures related to quality assurance facility practices and regulatory requirements.

• Gather and analyze data through audits interviews and observations to monitor compliance across departments.

• Review reports and develop QAPI-based Performance Improvement Projects (PIPs) as needed.

• Prepare and distribute reports data summaries and statistical analyses related to facility performance.

• Assist supervisors in developing corrective action plans and monitor progress.

• Investigate incidents of non-compliance and collaborate with leadership on allegations of abuse or neglect.

• Coordinate facility preparation for regulatory surveys and support surveyors.

• Chair and coordinate internal Quality Assurance and Infection Control Committee meetings.

Staff Education & Training

• Identify staff training needs and develop implement and evaluate educational programs.

• Assess training effectiveness to ensure staff meet expected outcomes.

• Maintain accurate training records for regulatory compliance.

Infection Prevention & Control

• Serve as the facilitys Infection Preventionist.

• Track and analyze infections using accepted criteria for surveillance and trending.

• Conduct daily infection control rounds to confirm compliance with care plans and prevention practices.

• Stay current with CDC CMS and other applicable guidance.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong verbal and written communication

• Problem-solving and critical thinking

• Data analysis and interpretation

• Ability to develop and coordinate training programs

• Knowledge of nursing home regulations quality assurance methods and adult learning principles

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.