INFECTION PREVENTION COORDINATOR
UHS•Las Vegas, NV
26d
About The Position
Responsible for assisting with implementation and maintenance of the Infection Control Program's hospital's surveillance. Serves as a resource to all hospital departments, participating in identified projects or groups related to Infection Control.
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.
- Computer proficiceny to include word processing, spreadsheet and database.
- Current State of Nevada license in Nursing, Medical Laboratory Sciences, or other related health science if applicable.
- Eligible to become certified in Infection Prevention within two (2) years of employment.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with implementation and maintenance of the Infection Control Program's hospital's surveillance.
- Serves as a resource to all hospital departments
- Participating 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
