ASC Infection Control & Quality Specialist, RN

Michigan Institute of Urology PC•Utica, MI

90d•Onsite

About The Position

The ASC Infection Control and Quality Specialist, RN assists the Director with collecting data and other necessary information to maintain accuracy of the program. The ASC Infection Control and Quality Specialist, RN functions as an integral partner to assist in maintaining the policies and procedures.

Requirements

A valid RN License
Associate's degree (BSN is a plus!)
3+ years in the ambulatory surgery world.
Ability to communicate with multi-disciplinary and interdepartmental teams.
Ability to assist with collection of data and analysis.
Ability to recognize professional challenges and barriers.
Ability to complete delegated tasks and assist with the training staff.
Complies with HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
Continued education / webinars on infection control and Quality annually.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

Development and implementation of evidence-based interventions designed to reduce and eliminate the risk for Healthcare Associated Infections (HAIs) and/or disease transmission.
Develops and conducts the ASCs Infection Control/Prevention Program Planning addressing risks for the acquisition and transmission of infectious agents and establishing priorities/setting goals and strategies accordingly including but not limited to auditing and data collection.
Completes Infection Control needs assessment, development, presentations, and evaluation of educational sessions relating to topics including infection prevention & control, emerging infectious diseases, new initiatives, and regulatory affairs.
Assist with Quality assurance and process improvement initiatives.
Assist with providing and monitoring in-services on new equipment/procedures to staff.
To provide assistance and maintain knowledge in Infection Control, Quality and risk assessment.
Performs other position related duties as assigned.
Employees shall adhere to high standards of ethical conduct and will comply with and assist in complying with all applicable laws and regulations. This will include and not be limited to following the Solaris Health Code of Conduct and all Solaris Health and Affiliated Practice policies and procedures; maintaining the confidentiality of patients' protected health information in compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA); immediately reporting any suspected concerns and/or violations to a supervisor and/or the Compliance Department; and the timely completion the Annual Compliance Training.