Infection Control Practitioner, full-time day, Samaritan Hospital
About The Position
The infection prevention practitioner plans, develops and implements a coordinated Infection Control Program for Samaritan Hospital. The program includes surveillance programs, data reporting, data analysis and intervention development aimed at reduction of healthcare acquired infections in patients and employees. Responsible for meeting CMS, OSHA and New York State Department of Health requirements. Demonstrates leadership skills in the infection control program development, including the development of hospital-wide policies and procedures. Demonstrates skills in planning and program evaluation. Provides cost analysis and recommendations to senior management on products/equipment utilized organization-wide for control of hospital associated infection, as well as safety devices to prevent exposures to blood borne pathogens. Serves as an advisor to the Infection Control Committee and senior management in assisting them to fulfill their infection control program oversight responsibilities.
Requirements
- Monday through Friday Position
- BS degree in Nursing or health related field required.
- Minimum 4-7 years clinical experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred
Responsibilities
- Plans, develops and implements a coordinated Infection Control Program for Samaritan Hospital.
- Includes surveillance programs, data reporting, data analysis and intervention development aimed at reduction of healthcare acquired infections in patients and employees.
- Responsible for meeting CMS, OSHA and New York State Department of Health requirements.
- Demonstrates leadership skills in the infection control program development, including the development of hospital-wide policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates skills in planning and program evaluation.
- Provides cost analysis and recommendations to senior management on products/equipment utilized organization-wide for control of hospital associated infection, as well as safety devices to prevent exposures to blood borne pathogens.
- Serves as an advisor to the Infection Control Committee and senior management in assisting them to fulfill their infection control program oversight responsibilities.
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
