Infection Control Nurse

Sturdy Memorial Hospital • Attleboro, MA

2d • $88,499 - $112,243 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, QI and in collaboration with the Infectious Disease Physician, is responsible for development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive Infection Control Program throughout Sturdy Health in accordance with the Massachusetts Nursing Practice Act, DNV, CDC, CMS, OSHA and other state and nationally organized agencies’ infection control requirements and recommendations. Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; BSN, MSN preferred Successful completion of orientation Participate in continuing educational activities at the department, state, and national levels to promote personal growth and maintain a current knowledge base commensurate with latest research and scholarly knowledge. Licenses/Certification: Current Massachusetts licensure Certification in Infection Control (C.I.C.) preferred Required Qualifications and Skills: Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical experience with advanced knowledge of epidemiology and infectious disease. Command of verbal and written English; Positive interpersonal communication skills and good organizational skills. Preferred Qualifications and Skills: N/A Essential Job Functions: Is responsible for providing guidance to clinical and non-clinical staff relative to infection control standards. Coordinates assignments, workflow, and activities/provides guidance for Clinical staff related to Infection Control practices Ensures Hospital’s compliance with regulatory infection control requirements, including state and federal agencies. Interacts with the multidisciplinary Infection Control Committee to ensure an ongoing, effective, hospital-wife program, which addresses prevention of transmission of infections among patients of all age groups, cultures, and disability concerns, employees, physicians and other licensed independent practitioners, contract service workers, volunteers, students and visitors. Other duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. AGE AND DIVERSITY RELATED CRITERIA : Consistently treats patients, colleagues and visitors with the dignity and respect, while being sensitive to the differing needs of all age groups, backgrounds, characteristics and cultures. ABILITY TO FULFILL JOB EXPECTATIONS : Must have the ability to the perform essential functions of the position, including required work hours, locations and physical demands, without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the work place, and with or without reasonable accommodation. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Must possess sound dexterity and visual acuity. Requires mental alertness and stamina to work in a fast-paced environment or in emergency situations. Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend, reach without restriction. May be exposed to all patient care elements within the hospital setting. Must meet annual safety training requirements. Risks of exposure: BFEs, electrical, mechanical and chemical hazards, ionizing radiation. Works within hospital policies and procedures to minimize/prevent risk of exposure. Reports to: Director of Nursing, QI Manages: N/A - Salary Range:$88,499.00-$112,243.00 Sturdy Memorial Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. There is no discrimination because of race, color, creed, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status or disability.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Current Massachusetts licensure
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in clinical experience with advanced knowledge of epidemiology and infectious disease.
• Command of verbal and written English
• Positive interpersonal communication skills and good organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• BSN, MSN preferred
• Certification in Infection Control (C.I.C.) preferred

Responsibilities

• Is responsible for providing guidance to clinical and non-clinical staff relative to infection control standards.
• Coordinates assignments, workflow, and activities/provides guidance for Clinical staff related to Infection Control practices
• Ensures Hospital’s compliance with regulatory infection control requirements, including state and federal agencies.
• Interacts with the multidisciplinary Infection Control Committee to ensure an ongoing, effective, hospital-wife program, which addresses prevention of transmission of infections among patients of all age groups, cultures, and disability concerns, employees, physicians and other licensed independent practitioners, contract service workers, volunteers, students and visitors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees