RN - Infection Prevention

St. Charles Health System•Redmond, WA

1d•$100,464 - $150,696•Onsite

About The Position

The Infection Prevention Nurse is responsible for the day-to-day activities of surveillance, prevention and control of infections. Responsibilities will include facilitating development of infection prevention related policies, procedures and educational programs to comply with local, state, federal, Joint Commission and CDC regulations and guidelines. Duties will also include developing and monitoring activities related to continuous quality assessment and improvement; serving as a facilitator, educator, and resource for the organization relating to evidence-based practice infection prevention. This position does not directly manage any other caregivers.

Requirements

Current Oregon RN license.
Valid Oregon driver's license and ability to meet St. Charles Health System driving requirements.
Minimum of 5 years of recent hospital nursing experience.
Knowledge and experience with the standards of practice for Infection Prevention from APIC, Joint Commission, and other regulating bodies, or be willing to attain the knowledge through various resources.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work effectively with all personnel; experience in adult education, and computer literacy required.
Must have excellent communication skills and ability to interact with a diverse population and professionally represent St. Charles Health System.
Ability to effectively interact and communicate with all levels within St. Charles Health System and external customers/clients/potential employees
Strong team working and collaborative skills
Ability to multi-task and work independently
Attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills, written and oral communication and customer service skills, particularly in dealing with stressful personal interactions
Strong analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
Demonstrated ability and experience in computer applications, use of electronic medical record keeping systems and Microsoft Office
Intermediate math skills in order to calculate statistical infection data reports and run charts
Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree
Certified in Infection Control (CIC) (Must be willing to obtain CIC certification when eligible)
Two years of recent experience in Infection Prevention
Recent infection prevention and control experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Institute infection prevention measures to protect patients, caregivers, and visitors from suspected risks
Assist in collection, analyzing and presentation of data
Serves as a system wide Infection Prevention consultant
Provides immunizations to caregivers, volunteers, and licensed independent practitioners in collaboration with Caregiver Health
Investigates caregivers following exposure to infectious diseases or organisms and provides pertinent information to Caregiver Health to aid in their part of exposure follow up and prophylaxis, as needed.
Consults with the Director of Infection Prevention/Caregiver Health and the Infectious Diseases Medical Director.
Accesses and reviews patient records in EMR system for chart review, lab results and to monitor follow up.
May investigate and track caregivers following exposure to blood and body fluids by providing appropriate follow-up care, including HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C testing and treatment counseling in collaboration with Caregiver Health.
Work in conjunction with Safety Director as it relates to monitoring the environment of care and performing infection prevention duties
Develop and maintain open lines of communications with all departments and medical staff
Educates individuals about infection risk, prevention and control
Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects.
Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests.
Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings.
Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate.
May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned.
Participates in creating a healing environment that supports all aspects of the care environment and the wholeness of each individual, patient and caregiver.
Participates in creating intentional relationships and demonstrates focus attitudes and behaviors that enhance the care experience.
Provides a therapeutic presence in service to others by purposefully responding to the needs of patients in a caring way, including introducing oneself and explaining role in patient’s care, asking the patient his or her preferred name, sitting with the patient to determine his or her care goals, active listening, and communicating effectively and appropriately through touch, eye contact, etc.
Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests
Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with hospital policies and regulatory agencies
Calculates dosages and administers medications accurately in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures for medication administration.