Registered Nurse - Infection Prevention Coordinator - RN

Responsibilities

The Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Nurse is responsible for a variety of activities aimed at reducing the risk of infection transmission to patients, visitors and employees. IPAC implements activities which include:

• Collection and analysis of infection data.
• Development and review of policies.
• Consultation on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies.
• Education efforts directed at interventions to reduce infection risks.
• Implementation of changes mandated by regulatory, accrediting, and licensing agencies.
• Application of epidemiological principles, including activities directed at improving patient outcomes.
• Supports activities that include participation on committees, work projects and research.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate or Master’s degree in Nursing, required.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum one year of RN experience.
• Knowledge of microbiology, epidemiology, and/or infection prevention and control required.
• Acute care experience within the last 2 years preferred.
• Adapts to unpredictable situations related to infection prevention and control.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Works flexible hours that may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Current Arizona registered nurse licensure required.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred on hire and required within 3 years of employment.
• Experienced in infection prevention, certification preferred.