Quality Assurance Nurse / Infection Preventionist (RN/LPN) - 26-03993

Location: Flagstaff, Arizona

Shift Details:

• Day Shift (Flexible Schedule)
• Options: 07:00 AM – 03:00 PM / 08:00 AM – 04:00 PM / 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM
• Monday – Friday
• Occasional weekend requirements

Job Duration: 13 Weeks (or as applicable)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Quality Assurance Nurse / Infection Preventionist (RN/LPN) to support compliance, staff education, and infection control initiatives within a healthcare facility. This role combines quality assurance, regulatory compliance, staff training, and infection prevention responsibilities to ensure high standards of patient care and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Implement and monitor policies and procedures related to quality assurance
• Conduct audits, observations, and interviews to ensure regulatory compliance
• Analyze data and generate reports for Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives
• Review CASPER reports and develop performance improvement plans (PIPs)
• Monitor corrective action plans and compliance with regulatory standards
• Assist in survey preparation and regulatory inspections
• Investigate incidents, including non-compliance and resident concerns

Infection Prevention & Control:

• Conduct infection control surveillance and daily rounds
• Track and trend infections using McGeer and non-McGeer criteria
• Ensure compliance with infection control protocols and care plans
• Stay current with guidelines from regulatory bodies (e.g., CMS, CDC)

Staff Education & Training:

• Identify training needs and develop educational programs for staff
• Conduct training sessions related to compliance and infection prevention
• Evaluate training effectiveness and maintain training records
• Support competency development and continuous education initiatives

Collaboration & Leadership:

• Chair and coordinate Quality Assurance and Infection Control committee meetings
• Work closely with leadership, including Administrator and Director of Nursing
• Support interdisciplinary teams to improve quality outcomes

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance and infection control practices
• Experience with QAPI, audits, and regulatory compliance
• Understanding of nursing home regulations (OBRA, CMS guidelines)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across all organizational levels

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Active Arizona RN or LPN License – Required
• Infection Preventionist Certification – Required
• DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card – Required
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License – Required (in-state travel required)

For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732 791 4807 - EXT 4807.