Coordinator, Infection Control (RN) NonExempt

Lifepoint Health•Newburgh, IN

About The Position

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do! At Brentwood Springs, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care for others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As an Educator/Infection Preventionist (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. Position Summary: Assumes responsibility and accountability for assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of education programs including clinical orientation of new employees. Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees. Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment. ♦ Drives and assumes ownership of Infection Control Plan and activities in the hospital. ♦ Exercises independent judgement in analyzing and trending infection data and creates a plan to reduce and prevent infections. ♦ Functions as the content expert on Infection Prevention and Control for the hospital including determining course of action, planning, implementing, and ensuring compliance to the plan. ♦ Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees. ♦ Identifies potential sources of nosocomial infection and implements actions to eliminate the source; and evaluates infection data to distinguish between nosocomial and community-acquired infection. ♦ Assists in identifying, monitoring, and controlling outbreaks of nosocomial infection among patient and hospital personnel.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program. Bachelor’s or master’s strongly preferred.
Current state licensure as Registered Nurse.
Demonstrated experience planning, coordinating, evaluating and/or directing educational activities of clinical personnel.
Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a bedside RN
CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Drives and assumes ownership of Infection Control Plan and activities in the hospital.
Exercises independent judgement in analyzing and trending infection data and creates a plan to reduce and prevent infections.
Functions as the content expert on Infection Prevention and Control for the hospital including determining course of action, planning, implementing, and ensuring compliance to the plan.
Develops the annual hospital wide Infection Control Plan; evaluates the effectiveness of the program and reports findings to leadership and appropriate committees.
Identifies potential sources of nosocomial infection and implements actions to eliminate the source; and evaluates infection data to distinguish between nosocomial and community-acquired infection.
Assists in identifying, monitoring, and controlling outbreaks of nosocomial infection among patient and hospital personnel.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Competitive Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Free Parking
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses
Working with highly engaged staff
Healthy staffing levels
Flexible scheduling
Career growth