Infection Preventionist

Responsibilities

• Conduct unit rounds, monitor for healthcare-acquired infections, and provide expert clinical guidance on infection control protocols.
• Lead the facility's infection prevention surveillance efforts, ensuring full adherence to CMS, state, and Hospital Accreditation standards through regular rounding and gap analysis.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for infection control, identifying staff training needs, overseeing departmental workflows, and developing educational programs for all facility personnel.
• Collaborate with department leadership to implement evidence-based policies and update the Infection Prevention Program in alignment with the latest APIC guidelines and national standards.
• Analyze infection data to identify trends, mitigate risks, and implement targeted interventions that protect patients, visitors, and staff from healthcare-acquired infections.
• Oversee department operations, ensure compliance with CMS and accreditation standards, and coordinate staff training programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with a focus in epidemiology, upon hire; OR an Associate's degree in a healthcare-related field, upon hire, plus three (3) years of healthcare-related experience.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) must be obtained within 24 months of start.
• Deep expertise in APIC-aligned infection prevention practices.
• Proven track record of interpreting regulatory guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor clinical staff.

About the Facility

CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson is part of CommonSpirit Health, a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood, Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system include long-term care, assisted and residential living communities, community health services organizations, home health agencies, and numerous outpatient facilities.

Pay

$34.00 - $50.58 /hour