Infection Prevention and Employee Health Specialist

About the role

The Infection Control specialist isolates sources of infection, educates people to reduce the spread of infection, and devises strategies to prevent future outbreaks. They help reduce the spread of infectious disease within a hospital facility by reviewing bacterial cultures from infected patients and implementing effective sanitation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the organizational infection prevention program.
• Facilitate the quarterly Infection Prevention committee meeting.
• Maintain surveillance tools and practices to identify reportable and healthcare associated infections consistent with NHSN and current standards of practice.
• Maintain documentation and records to support analysis of trends.
• Develop an annual surveillance plan based on the population(s) served, services provided, and analysis of surveillance data.
• Evaluate and modify the surveillance plan as necessary.
• Develop, interpret, and assist with implementation of infection prevention and control policies and protocols.
• Communicate infection prevention and control information and data to various committees and healthcare workers across the organization as assigned.
• Be familiar with infection prevention software and other technology.
• Collaborate with IT to create meaningful electronic reports to enhance infection prevention initiatives.
• Assess and address learning needs of those served.
• Develop and evaluate educational programs and learner outcomes.
• Comply with licensing, accreditation, and mandatory reporting requirements at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Advise and facilitate others regarding compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Represent the hospital during state and federal surveys.
• Stay current on infection prevention and control regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Consult and collaborate, as needed, with local, state, and federal public health officials, and community health organizations.
• Be familiar with infection prevention software and other technology.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree in nursing.
• Minimum two years' experience in a healthcare organization.
• APIC 101 certification within 3 months of employment.
• Certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology within two years after employment.
• Healthcare provider BLS certification.

Qualifications

An ideal candidate will possess a baccalaureate degree in nursing, minimum two years' experience in a healthcare organization, APIC 101 certification within 3 months of employment, certification in Infection Control and Epidemiology within two years after employment, and a healthcare provider BLS certification.

Skills

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and collaboratively, and proficiency in infection prevention software and technology are essential.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, generous PTO, paid holidays, retirement savings, and career development opportunities.

Pay

$48.90 - $80.27 per hour.

Schedule

N/A