Coordinator, Infection Control NonExempt

Lifepoint Health • Richmond, TX

13h

About The Position

The Infection Control Coordinator coordinates, implements, and evaluates the organization’s infection prevention and control program. The role reports to the Market Director of Infection Prevention and is classified as nonexempt.

Requirements

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN), or an Associate of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Registered Nurse, MLT/MT (ASCP), MLT/MT (AMT), MLT/MT (HEW), or CLT (NCA) license or credential.
• Critical-thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN), or a Bachelor of Science degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or Medical Laboratory Technician.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the development and evaluation of the organization's infection prevention and control strategies, policies, and planning.
• Collect, statistically analyze, interpret, and disseminate healthcare-acquired infection data, including risk assessments, surveillance priorities, and outcomes analysis.
• Develop and implement departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the organization's clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements and objectives.
• Monitor local, state, and federal regulations and ensure compliance with accrediting and regulatory agencies' standards and requirements.
• Integrate evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Assist with developing educational resources and initiatives.
• Monitor research and developments in infection prevention and control to identify best practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree