Job Description

Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey. If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!* At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.* Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.* At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.* Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.The Infection Control and Employee Health Nurse is a dual role that is responsible for utilizing established policy and procedures as well as developing and implementing current standards of care and best practices to meet a wide variety of infection control related standards. The Infection Control and Employee Health Nurse coordinates endeavors to promote health and safety to employees which include conducting employee health screenings and employee health related education. This position will work closely with the Human Resource Department and the Director of Nursing, who is the organizations Infection Control Officer.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** include the following:* Develop, implement and monitor infection control policies and procedures* Educate and train staff on infection prevention and control practices. Education formats include one to one, group learning and development of written training material.* Keep up to date with changes in infection control standards set by regulatory agencies such as the Department of Health and CDC, keeping appropriate parties informed of changing requirements and offering guidance on changes to FBH policies and practices.* Act as a subject matter expert of infection control and employee health related to WAC/RCWs.* Devise monitoring tools and processes to ensure FBH is operating in a manner consistent with external requirements.* Manage infection outbreaks and implement control measures, in consultation with the infection control officer, coordinating with local and state health departments as indicated.* Conduct audits to ensure adherence to infection control practices such as hand hygiene and other key performance indicators* Work closely with the Human Resource department to coordinate response to blood borne pathogen exposure incidents.* Ensure FBH’s Infection Control Manual and Exposure Control Plan are kept up to date.* Provide primary follow up for infection control related incident reports.* Oversee the organization’s bed bug response* Maintain accurate and thorough records for infection control activities and outcomes.* In collaboration with HR develop, implement and monitor employee health policies and procedures including but not limited to;* TB testing and tracking* N95 screening and Fit Testing* COVID tracking and follow up* Employee vaccinations and immunization* Maintain Respiratory Protection Program* Conduct BLS training for employees.* Track and monitor employees initial and ongoing compliance with employee health related requirements.***QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL HAVE:*****REQUIRED:*** RN license in the State of Washington.* Active BLS within 90 days of hire and must maintain active BLS* Must have an unrestricted and valid driver’s license, active car insurance and must be willing to use their personal vehicle in the course of work.**PREFERRED:*** Bachelor’s degree in nursing.* Previous infection control and/or employee health experience.**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:*** Ability to create and utilize a variety of software, including Excel, Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.* Detail oriented and organized with the ability to track and trend data, create reports, and monitor compliance.* Must have reliable transportation, insurance and an active drivers’ license and be willing to use personal vehicle in the course of work.**PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL:**The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.* Work is generally performed in an outpatient setting which may involve standing or sitting for long periods of time.* May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.* Blood-borne Pathogen Category I - Chance of exposure to blood-borne pathogens.**PAY RANGE (**Salary/Exempt): $82,386.88 - $100,370.85**All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus, the starting pay is $82,386.88 annually.**#IND1**Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing!*****WE BELIEVE IN WORK LIFE BALANCE:**** **Paid Time Off – Employees accrue up to 26 days of PTO in the first year of employment!*** **Plus 9 Paid Federal Holidays!*** Sick Leave – Extended Sick Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Time.* Some positions qualify for a Compressed Workweek option resulting in up to additional 26 days off per year.***BENEFITS:**** Medical, Dental and Vision* Retirement – We offer an impressive 403b plan including standard 3% employer contribution plus an additional 3% employer match.* Flexible Spending Accounts* Life Insurance – Company paid coverage that starts the first of the month following 6 months from your date of hire.***PERKS:*** * **Signing Bonus!*** No-cost licensure supervision for those pursuing clinical licensure.* Federal and State Loan Forgiveness Program for qualifying Programs.* Reimbursement of License/Certification application fee that is required for the position.* Free Employee Assistance Program* Staff Discounts at various FBH partners throughout Spokane!***Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE. PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.*** It is the policy of FBH to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, familial status, citizenship, genetic information, national origin, veteran’s status, or any other basis prohibited by law, or their relatives, friends or associate and that ; a) has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, b) has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work performance, or c) otherwise adversely affects an individual’s employment opportunities. Violations of this policy are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. This includes negative actions based upon an employee’s participation in activities identified with or promoting the interests of a protected group. #J-18808-Ljbffr Frontier Behavioral Health

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