Infection Control Coordinator

Job Summary

About the role

The Infection Control Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the hospital-wide infection prevention and control program. This role includes conducting active surveillance, analyzing infection trends, educating staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The Infection Control Coordinator collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to minimize infection risks and provides leadership in responding to emerging infectious threats.

Essential Functions

• Develops, implements, and evaluates a comprehensive infection prevention and control program, ensuring alignment with hospital policies, national standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Counsels and educates staff on infection prevention practices, including hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and other control measures.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in infection prevention, epidemiology, or a related field required
• Expertise in infection prevention practices, epidemiology, and data analysis
• Strong knowledge of regulatory and accreditation requirements related to infection control
• Effective communication and teaching skills to educate staff and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Proficiency in using data collection tools and creating reports to analyze infection trends
• Ability to respond effectively to infectious disease outbreaks and public health emergencies
• Leadership and problem-solving skills to guide policy development and process improvements
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive health data
• CIC - Certified in Infection Control within two years of hire required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure preferred