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Kansas Neurological Institute
The Kansas Neurological Institute (KNI) is an intermediate care facility offering support to approximately 120 residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. KNI practices a person-centered philosophy to support our residents so they can have the quality of life they deserve by recognizing their individuality, honoring their choices, protecting and maintaining their health, helping to build and maintain their relationships with others, and making sure that they are included in every aspect of their lives; in their homes, in their jobs, and in the community.
KNI has 19 homes with direct support staff assisting with daily living activities in each home throughout four buildings and is located on a large campus, east of the VA hospital in Topeka. KNI is funded in part by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and is subject to requirements bestowed by Federal and State levels of government conditions of participation.
About the Position:
The Infection Control Nurse is responsible for identifying, monitoring, and preventing infectious disease across campus. This position involves frequent monitoring and inspection of each home in each building, medical treatment rooms, and health clinics to ensure cleanliness; antibiotic stewardship; ordering, administrating, and proper storage of routine vaccinations for residents and staff; adherence to policies and procedures related to infection control; collaboration with nursing services, program services, and medical providers; collaboration with outside entities such as KDHE and local hospitals; frequent monitoring of information published by the CDC, CMS, and KDHE; organizing quarterly IPC interdisciplinary meetings; monitoring and enforcing isolation and quarantine practices; and employee health practices. The Infection Control Nurse provides support to staff to ensure they understand current policy and procedure and remain equipped with materials to protect themselves and the people who live here.
Compensation/Other Information:
Preferred Qualifications
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Required: Each applicant (even non-residents) applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website. A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact .
CLICK HERE FOR TAX CLEARANCE
Job Application Process
Disability Hiring Preference Eligible: Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn More About Claiming Disability Hiring Preference
How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
The Kansas Neurological Institute (KNI) is an intermediate care facility offering support to approximately 120 residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities. KNI practices a person-centered philosophy to support our residents so they can have the quality of life they deserve by recognizing their individuality, honoring their choices, protecting and maintaining their health, helping to build and maintain their relationships with others, and making sure that they are included in every aspect of their lives; in their homes, in their jobs, and in the community.
KNI has 19 homes with direct support staff assisting with daily living activities in each home throughout four buildings and is located on a large campus, east of the VA hospital in Topeka. KNI is funded in part by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and is subject to requirements bestowed by Federal and State levels of government conditions of participation.
About the Position:
The Infection Control Nurse is responsible for identifying, monitoring, and preventing infectious disease across campus. This position involves frequent monitoring and inspection of each home in each building, medical treatment rooms, and health clinics to ensure cleanliness; antibiotic stewardship; ordering, administrating, and proper storage of routine vaccinations for residents and staff; adherence to policies and procedures related to infection control; collaboration with nursing services, program services, and medical providers; collaboration with outside entities such as KDHE and local hospitals; frequent monitoring of information published by the CDC, CMS, and KDHE; organizing quarterly IPC interdisciplinary meetings; monitoring and enforcing isolation and quarantine practices; and employee health practices. The Infection Control Nurse provides support to staff to ensure they understand current policy and procedure and remain equipped with materials to protect themselves and the people who live here.
Compensation/Other Information:
- Hourly Rate: Starting at $35.25
- Unclassified
- Full-time
- M-F 8-5
- Benefits Eligible
- Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
- Sick & Vacation leave
- Work-Life Balance programs: paid parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
- Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
- Fitness Centers in select locations
- Employee discounts with the STAR Program
- Retirement and deferred compensation programs
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with infection control and employee health in the ICF-IDD setting
- Two years of experience as a Registered Nurse
- Two years of teaching and leadership experience
- Must be a Registered Nurse licensed to practice in the State of Kansas
- Ability to take and pass a drug screen
- Ability to pass a criminal background check
- Name : James Moore
- Email :
- Phone : 785.296.5342
Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Required: Each applicant (even non-residents) applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website. A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact .
CLICK HERE FOR TAX CLEARANCE
Job Application Process
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- Review and complete your contact information on the My Contact Information page .
- Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of this job posting to the appropriate location.
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- Instructions:
- Job Search
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- Application
- Frequently Asked Questions
Disability Hiring Preference Eligible: Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn More About Claiming Disability Hiring Preference
How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.