RN, INFECTION CONTROL PREVENTIONIST

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for detecting and recording health care associated infections on a systematic and current basis.
• Responsible for analyzing health care associated infections with the help of the Director of Performance Improvement and preparing a monthly report for the Environmental Control Committee.
• Responsible for advising others about the hospital's isolation policy and disposition of patients admitted with infections.
• Responsible for epidemiological investigation of all significant clusters of infections above the expected level.
• Responsible for assisting with in-service training and orientation programs related to infection prevention and control.
• Responsible for assisting in the development and/or implementation of improved infection control measures.
• Participates in patient education programs as it relates to infection prevention and control.
• Responsible for updating knowledge and practices as it relates to infection control.
• Responsible for liaison with the local health department in reporting reportable diseases as outlined by MS State Department of Health.
• Reviews and updates the infection control policies and procedures.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's of Science in nursing required.

Experience

Minimum of three years' clinical experience required.

Basic Knowledge

Basic knowledge of the principles of epidemiology and infectious diseases.

Computer Skills

Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Office applications, medical record review and/or abstraction.