Quality Management - Infection Prevention Specialist - Full Time

Key Perks and Benefits

• Access to Employer Direct Care Clinic
• Generous paid time off (PTO) program
• Medical Insurance: High Deductible Health Plan options or PPO, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• HSA with employer contribution for eligible health plans; FSA for medical and dependent care expenses
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and employee and dependent Life and AD&D Insurance
• Industry-leading retirement plan – employer contributions begin day one with no waiting period for participation
• Tuition Assistance Program
• 10% discount on food and beverages at the Wilson Cafe, Coffee Bar, and Micro Mart

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate hospital-wide infection prevention efforts to ensure compliance with state, federal, and regulatory standards
• Serve as a consultant to staff, providers, and leadership on infection control best practices
• Develop and deliver education for employees, physicians, and patients on infection prevention topics
• Conduct surveillance and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and collaborate with local health departments as required
• Oversee NHSN reporting, manage the annual flu vaccination program, and support the hospital’s Water Safety and Hand Hygiene programs
• Participate in construction and renovation projects, ensuring infection control risk assessments are implemented and maintained

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (BSN) licensed in Ohio, or Master’s degree in Public Health, Respiratory Therapy, or Microbiology
• Minimum of one year of related experience in infection prevention, quality, or public health
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred upon hire, required within one year
• Strong analytical, communication, and data management skills