INFECTION PREVENTION COORDINATOR

UHS • Las Vegas, NV

105d

About The Position

Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center® is a 336-bed facility that is part of the six-hospital The Valley Health System in the Las Vegas area. We provide a wide range of medical services and procedures, including comprehensive women's services for the Northwest Las Vegas area. In addition to providing digital mammography, gynecologic care and gynecologic surgery, the Women’s Center pays special attention to new moms. During their stay, moms enjoy special menus, massages and afternoon teas. The Women's Center maternity services include labor, delivery and recovery rooms, antepartum and postpartum care, a newborn nursery and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit. Centennial Hills Hospital has taken a progressive approach to health promotion by becoming the first tobacco-free campus in Nevada. Centennial Hills Hospital was ranked as a High Performing Hospital for Heart Failure, Stroke and Maternity Care by U.S. News & World Report for 2022-2023.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Clinical Microbiology, or other health related science required.
• Two (2) to five (5) years clinical experience in health related field required.
• Current State of Nevada license in Nursing, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or other related health science if applicable.
• Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.

Nice To Haves

• Master's in Nursing, Education, Epidemiology, Public Health, clinical Microbiology or other health related science preferred.
• One (1) year experience in Infection Prevention or epidemiology preferred.
• Eligible to become certified in Infection Prevention within two (2) years of employment.
• Computer proficiency to include word processing, spreadsheet and database.

Responsibilities

• Assist with implementation and maintenance of the Infection Control Program's hospital surveillance.
• Serve as a resource to all hospital departments.
• Participate in identified projects or groups related to Infection Control.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Comprehensive education and training center
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees