Infection Prevention Spec II

Henry Ford Health•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Infection Prevention Specialist II works at Henry Ford Health’s flagship Detroit hospital campus, supporting patient, staff, and community safety through evidence-based practices to prevent and control infectious diseases. The role leads and supports initiatives to minimize hospital-acquired infections, conducts surveillance, and educates multidisciplinary teams. It collaborates with senior leaders, physicians, and staff to improve infection prevention practices and the quality of care.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing or another health-related field.
At least five years of healthcare experience, preferably in a hospital or ambulatory setting.
Certification in Infection Control (CIC).
State of Michigan RN license if the applicant is a nurse.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office products and electronic health records.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, or a related field.
Graduate coursework in statistics, clinical microbiology, epidemiology, and infection prevention and control.

Responsibilities

Lead and co-lead multidisciplinary teams to implement infection prevention strategies and investigate outbreaks.
Conduct surveillance for nosocomial infections in accordance with internal thresholds and external benchmarks.
Design and deliver educational programs that enhance infection prevention practices among staff, physicians, and leadership.
Collaborate with senior administrators and clinical leaders on complex projects to reduce hospital-acquired infections.
Consult on infection prevention issues, including complex case reviews and proactive strategies.