Nurse (Infection Prevention Multi Drug Resistant Organism (MDRO) Coordinator)

<p>The Multi Drug Resistant Organism Coordinator (MDROC) Registered Nurse (RN) executes position responsibilities to improve patient and organizational outcomes. The MDROC is responsible for providing expert guidance on evidence-based infection prevention (IP) practices. The MDROC establishes surveillance parameters and conducts monitoring to identify and reduce the risk of acquiring and transmitting infections among patients, employees, visitors, and students.</p><h3>Major Duties</h3><p>Portland is a port city in the Pacific Northwest and the most populous city in the U.S. state of Oregon. Situated in the northwestern area of the state at the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers. Portland is known for having the amenities of a major city (such as an international airport, an efficient public transit system, major league sports teams and many museums and art galleries) and the charms of a small city (such as plentiful arts and crafts fairs, independent bookstores and local traditions like the annual Rose Festival Parade). Rain or shine, you can take advantage of the city's proximity to nature by playing in the Willamette River, wandering through lush public parks and gardens, biking the city's 162 miles (261 km) of bike lanes and hiking trails both within city limits and in the nearby Columbia River Gorge. Functions or Scope of Assigned Duties for the MDROC include but are not limited to the following: Implements and maintains a system for analyzing, trending, and reporting data. Contributes to the annual Infection Control Risk Assessment, determining appropriate resources needed to accomplish the proposed plan, communicating any variance to areas and revising plan as needed. Provides ongoing education & training to staff to enhance the mission of providing safe, high-quality care throughout the organization. Works collaboratively with other clinical and administrative departments and staff including, but not limited to, nursing, medical staff, Industrial Hygiene, Patient Safety, Engineering, Risk Management, and employee/occupational health, in providing reports, consultative advice, and other data needed to execute the MDRO program. Participates in risk assessments and walk-throughs for construction projects. Assists in developing and maintaining mandatory documents such as standard operating procedures, policies, outbreak and exposure investigation reports. Provides leadership in ensuring the Infection Control Program complies with Veteran Health Administration (VHA), The Joint Commission (TJC), Office of Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Office of Inspector General (OIG), applicable State regulations. Consults with and assists in the design of the Infection Control Program requirements in all services and departments of the organization and is accountable to evaluate the quality of effectiveness of these programs in all practice settings. Demonstrates Functional Statement competence in practice and decision-making, deliberate planning, clear and concise communication techniques, and critical thinking skills. Works closely within a team structure and with multidisciplinary groups. Maintains a valid Driver's License and is able to drive (government vehicles available) to conduct on-site consultations with and inspections of regional community-based VA clinics. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm, 7:30am - 4:00pm, or 8:00am - 4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Not Available Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Maybe available for highly qualified individuals. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized</p><h3>Requirements</h3>U.S. Citizenship; non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). You may be required to serve a probationary period. Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement.