Infection Prevention Coordinator - Full Time Day Shift
About The Position
The Infection Prevention (IP) Coordinator supports surveillance and Infection Prevention activities that reduce the risk of endemic and epidemic nosocomial infections in patients, visitors and health care workers. Develops training and education programs for staff and other hospital professionals using cost effective and epidemiological sound surveillance, prevention and control methods. Ensures infection prevention data is collected and reported to appropriate internal and external entities. Leads and/or participates in inter-disciplinary team activities that support the organization’s infection prevention program. Maintains confidentiality of patient’s medical records. Regular and predictable attendance is required, schedule may vary based on needs of the department. May be exposed to patients of all ages throughout the life span.
Requirements
- Bachelor degree in Nursing, Public Health or healthcare related degree required
- Strong knowledge of hospital functions relative to patients, visitors, and hospital personnel concerning infection control issues.
- Prior experience in Infection Prevention and Control including use of analytical, computer, teaching and research skills.
- Licensed LVN, RN, or Licensed Clinical Lab Scientist; 5 years direct experience in lieu of license
- APIC membership
- CIC certification (Certification Infection Control) required
Nice To Haves
- RN LICENSE is preferred but will consider candidates who have experience in Lieu of license.
Responsibilities
- Supports surveillance and Infection Prevention activities that reduce the risk of endemic and epidemic nosocomial infections in patients, visitors and health care workers.
- Develops training and education programs for staff and other hospital professionals using cost effective and epidemiological sound surveillance, prevention and control methods.
- Ensures infection prevention data is collected and reported to appropriate internal and external entities.
- Leads and/or participates in inter-disciplinary team activities that support the organization’s infection prevention program.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient’s medical records.
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
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
