JOB DESCRIPTION OF INFECTION CONTROL NURSE

Emp name:………………………………… Date:…………………………..

Emp ID:…………………………………….. DOJ:……………………………..

 The ICN will act as a resource person to staff around specific infection control issues
concerning specific patients or groups of patients.
 The ICN will be responsible for reviewing and updating infection control policies in
conjunction with the Infection Control Task Force.
 The ICN will identify need areas for education of staff and work with Staff Development
Coordinator to implement in servicing.
 The ICN will act as a resource person during the admission and/or readmission process.
 The ICN will track rates and types of infections through surveillance systems and report
information to the Performance Improvement Committee, Administrator, Director of
Nursing and Medical Director.
 Assumes responsibility for own self evaluation and learning.
 Is self-directed and responsible for completing all required documentation.
 Participates in implementing nursing department or facilities goals as needed.
 Works with team members in order to ensure effective communication of the changing
infection control needs of residents.
 Must be able to communicate infection control principles in a concrete manner that is
appropriate for all learners.

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