Infection Control Nurse

**This position is eligible for a $2000 hiring bonus**

At theWyoming Life Resource Center (WLRC) we believe every resident deserves world-class care in a place that feels like home. We are looking for an experienced Infection Control Nurse (RN)to join us.

This is more than a nursing job; it is a leadership role. You will be a mentor to our nursing team a teacher for new staff and a powerful advocate for our residents. Beyond daily patient care you will oversee clinical programs help develop new medical protocols and ensure our care standards are the best they can be. If you are ready to use your clinical expertise to guide a team and improve the lives of people with disabilities we want you to lead at WLRC.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance

• Paid vacation sick leave FMLA and holidays

• Retirement - Pension and 457B plansthat help you build a secure future

• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options:Enjoy 12-hour shifts with3 or 4 days off every week.

• Education Leave:We provide leave so you can continue your schooling or certifications while keeping your job.

• Hiring Bonus:This position is eligible for a$2000 bonus!

• Meaningful workthat makes a difference for Wyoming communities

And MUCH MORE!Clickherefor detailed information oryou can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

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PREFERENCES:


Preference may be given to applicants with a Bachelors degree in Nursing and three (3) or more years of experience in infection control and prevention.
Infection Control Certification (CIC) is a plus.


KNOWLEDGE:

• Skills at an excellent level in communication both written and interpersonal.
• Ability to present information formally and informally using a variety of methods.
• Skills in time management and the flexibility to meet a wide range of service needs.
• Skills in leadership management and creativity.
• Knowledge of the principles of decontamination disinfection and sterilization the methods to achieve these processes and methods of monitoring efficacy.
• Ability to clearly communicate directions and negotiate the solution of problems.
• Knowledge of the epidemiology of infectious diseases and methods to effectively control their spread.
• Ability to accept responsibility for medium to large-scale projects involving multiple resources and spanning many months from start to finish.
• Ability to react efficiently to frequent changes in duties and volume of work.
• Ability to work with and around WLRC residents including those who may display challenging behaviors.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Must be able to safely move (twisting bending kneeling pushing pulling) position and lift people with multiple and severe disabilities.
• Ability to monitor sounds noises location of clients order to assure safety and assess imminent danger and emerging concerns.
• Work evenings nights and/or weekends when the situation requires it.

• FLSA: Non-exempt
• All new hires or rehires starting in a non-exempt position on or after January 1 2018 are required to be paid hourly.
• A background check including the taking of fingerprints will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation the Department of Family Services and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for every successful applicant.
• The Wyoming Life Resource Center participates in E-Verify. We will provide the Social Security Administration and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Please note that we do not use this information to pre-screen job applicants.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be conducted on safety-sensitive positions. Drug testing will be conducted on any position if reasonable suspicion exists.
• The Wyoming Life Resource Center offers an excellent benefits package including medical/dental/vision/life insurance paid vacation and sick leave paid holidays state retirement plan deferred compensation program and longevity pay.

• New state employees and temporary employees accepting a permanent position.
• Current state employees accepting a promotional opportunity-recruitment must have been open to the public.
• One year of service in the position must be completed. Failure to complete this requirement will require reimbursement of the bonus with the funds deducted from the final pay.
• Internal candidates will be required to remain in the position for a minimum of (1) year from the promotion date.
• Employees will only be eligible for (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.

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URL: State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.