Infection Prevention Coordinator (RN) - Full Time Day Shift
About The Position
The Infection Preventionist possesses knowledge of hospital epidemiology principles and is responsible for coordination of the facility-wide Infection Control Program which includes surveillance, analysis, and reporting of infections; educating employees about infection control; and the development or revision of policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection control standards that meet Joint Commission, OSHA, Department of Health, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention requirements. Prepares, presents, and coordinates clinical and non-clinical trainings to ensure staff competency upon hire and throughout their employment. Collaborates with program and department managers to design facility-wide programs to improve quality of care and employee performance through the development of staff knowledge and skills. This position reports to the Chief Nursing Officer.
Requirements
- Minimum of one (1) year experience as an Infection Preventionist in a hospital or health care environment; completion of an APIC approved educational course or at least one year of experience working under the supervision of an experienced infection control practitioner.
- Advanced knowledge of medical terminology.
- Eligible to become certified in Infection Prevention within one (1) year of employment.
- APIC membership.
- Registered Nursing License in the State of CA
- BSN required.
Nice To Haves
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Coordination of the facility-wide Infection Control Program
- Surveillance, analysis, and reporting of infections
- Educating employees about infection control
- Development or revision of policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection control standards
- Prepares, presents, and coordinates clinical and non-clinical trainings to ensure staff competency upon hire and throughout their employment
- Collaborates with program and department managers to design facility-wide programs to improve quality of care and employee performance through the development of staff knowledge and skills
Benefits
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment
- Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
- Diverse programming to expand your experience
- HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Pet Insurance
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
