QA/Infection Control Nurse
Job Title: Quality Assurance Nurse Effective Date: 1/01/2017
Department: Nursing
Supervised By: Director of Nursing Services Supervises: N/A
General Description
Under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services, the Quality Assurance Nurse
serves as support person within the Facility, providing guidance and education; assisting
the Facility in problem solving related to resident care; monitoring compliance with state
and federal regulations.
Essential Duties
1. Provides directive and supportive consultation to Facility nursing staff.
2. Works with Director of Nursing Services to coordinate training. Educates and
monitors activities.
3. Works with Facility for problem solving when needs arise in areas such as:
a. Monitoring resident care delivery systems
b. Reviewing CNA duties
c. Recommending medication delivery systems and ordering schedules
d. Teaching restraint reduction programs
e. Training on use of forms and systems
f. Performing chart reviews
g. Checking physician orders as needed
h. Monitoring implementation of Seven Standards of Care
4. Evaluates Care Plans and training.
5. Observes and trains staff on skin care prevention and treatment.
6. Evaluates pressure sores and treatments and makes recommendations
7. Reviews MDS’s and Care Plans.
8. Trains and monitors all nursing policies and procedures.
9. Works with Facility committees on policies and procedures, program
development and in-servicing.
10. Participates in DNS meetings.
11. Keeps current and is knowledgeable of new regulations, directives, and QA
manual material in order to accurately relay and interpret the information.
12. Assists with new program development as requested.
13. Acts as a resource speaker for training and/or orientation of interdisciplinary
team.
HISTORY:
(A) 8/2012
(B) 8/2013
(C) 1/2017
Standard Requirements
1. Supports the Mission, Values and Vision of the Facility.
2. Is knowledgeable of resident rights and supports an atmosphere which allows for
the privacy, dignity and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.
3. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
OSHA and safety, including standard precautions and safe work practices,
established fire/safety/disaster plans, risk management, and security, report and/or
correct unsafe working conditions, equipment repair and maintenance needs.
4. Adheres to:
a. Confidentiality of all data, including resident, employee and operations
data.
b. HIPAA regulations
c. Quality Assurance requirements and compliance with regulatory
requirements.
d. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment
free from sexual harassment and illegal and discriminatory behavior.
e. Code of Conduct and Compliance Programs when performing job
functions
5. Supports and participates in common teamwork:
a. Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plans and completes
job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate
judgment.
b. Uses tactful, appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional
situations.
c. Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers or residents
regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
d. Promotes positive public relations with residents, family members and
guests.
e. Completes requirements for in-service training, acceptable attendance,
uniform and dress codes including personal hygiene, and other work
duties as assigned.
f. Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a
positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude.
6. Immediately reports incidents of alleged resident abuse or neglect or alleged
violations of residents’ rights to Director of Nursing or Executive Director.
7. Knowledgeable of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and
geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive and socialization factors) in planning
delivery of care.
8. Maintains current practice standards or changes by participating in educational
opportunities provided by the Facility and outside resources.
HISTORY:
(A) 8/2012
(B) 8/2013
(C) 1/2017
Other Duties
Provides hands on nursing care to residents as needed as a registered professional nurse,
consistent with the state’s Nurse Practice Act.
Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to the essential functions of the job, but
which may be altered or redesigned depending upon individual circumstances. Performs
other work duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and must possess
current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State. Must have current CPR
certification.
A.D.A ((Americans with Disabilities Act)(as amended)) REQUIREMENTS: Must be
able to bend, stoop, push, pull, and walk and stand for most of the working day. Requires
manual dexterity sufficient to provide hands-on care to residents as well as to operate
standard office machines such as fax, telephone, etc. Requires normal range of hearing
and vision. Must be free from communicable diseases that pose a "direct threat" to the
health or safety of others and which cannot be eliminated by a reasonable
accommodation. Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds, and transfer and transport
residents. Must be able to carry and transport supplies. Must be able to pass a post-offer,
pre-employment physical health examination as a condition of employment. Must be
capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable
accommodation(s).
Skill(s): Proficient reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills; proficient
interpersonal relations and communicative skills; knowledge of drug interactions, side
effects, and incompatibilities; decision-making skill; proficient assessment skills; safety
techniques; basic computer skills; able to operate various medical and office equipment,
auditory and visual skills. Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in
writing, and possess sufficient communication skills to perform the tasks required.
Experience: Experience in the areas of Nursing Administration and teaching in geriatric
and restorative nursing required.
Receipt and Acknowledgement
I acknowledge and understand that:
HISTORY: