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Highland Health and Rehabilitation

Runs skilled nursing and rehabilitation care

Resident Care Manager/Infection Control Preventionist - RN

Full-TimeUpdated
$55 - $60/hr
Mid
Bachelor's
Bellingham, WA, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryNursing & Frontline Patient Care

About the job

Requirements
  • Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
  • Hold a current Registered Nurse license and current CPR certification.
  • Previous experience in long-term care or skilled nursing is preferred.
  • At least one year of supervisory or leadership experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
  • Knowledge of nursing practices and regulations within skilled nursing care.
  • Knowledge of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services infection control standards.
  • Strong leadership and organizational skills.
  • Strong communication abilities.
  • Infection Preventionist experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate, develop, and oversee individualized resident care plans.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments for new admissions and current residents.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality resident outcomes.
  • Monitor resident conditions and communicate changes appropriately using clinical best practices.
  • Review physician orders, test results, and treatment plans to ensure timely follow-through.
  • Maintain accurate and compliant clinical documentation within the electronic medical record system.
  • Participate in clinical meetings and care planning discussions.
  • Support and mentor nursing staff while promoting teamwork and accountability.
  • Coordinate care transitions and discharge planning.
  • Promote positive communication among staff, residents, and healthcare partners.
  • Maintain compliance with facility policies, professional standards, and state and federal regulations.
  • Develop and manage nursing department schedules to ensure adequate staffing levels.
  • Respond to staffing and scheduling needs, including call-ins and coverage adjustments.
  • Lead and manage the facility’s Infection Prevention and Control Program.
  • Chair the Infection Control Committee and coordinate infection prevention initiatives.
  • Conduct infection surveillance and track infection trends among residents and staff.
  • Investigate infection outbreaks and implement containment strategies.
  • Monitor infection trends and report findings to Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement committees.
Desired Qualifications
  • Certified Infection Control certification is preferred.

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Highland Health and Rehabilitation

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Highland Health and Rehabilitation runs a skilled nursing facility in Bellingham, Washington, for people recovering from illness or needing longer-term residential care. Its rehabilitation services focus on restoring patients' ability to manage daily life, while nursing staff support residents who need continued personal and medical assistance. Residents also receive organized activities, and social services guide families through long-term care decisions. The facility works with physicians on treatment plans and bills patients, insurers or other third parties for care. It operates through Bellingham South of Cascadia, a wholly owned subsidiary of Cascadia Healthcare.

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What believers are saying

  • A night premium rewards Highland's registered nurses: its Bellingham full-time role pays $2/hour above a $48-$55/hour base.
  • Highland welcomes graduates: its part-time certified occupational therapy assistant role requires accredited education, current licensure and CPR certification.
  • Highland extends retirement access to part-time nurses: its Bellingham evening registered nurse role includes a 401(k) plan.

What critics are saying

  • Highland's full-time evening registered nurses work late: the Bellingham role lists four to five weekly shifts, 2pm-10:30pm.
  • Highland delays paid leave: full-time Resident Care Manager/Infection Control Preventionist vacation and sick time follow an introductory period.
  • Highland combines leadership and coverage: its full-time Resident Care Manager/Infection Control Preventionist handles call-ins and staffing adjustments.

What makes Highland Health and Rehabilitation unique

  • Highland concentrates care in a small facility: its skilled nursing capacity is 44 beds.
  • Highland extends rehabilitation through the week: licensed personnel deliver therapy seven days a week.
  • Highland keeps rehabilitation on site: physical, occupational and speech therapies share an in-house gym.

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