Infection Preventionist I

Cleveland Clinic

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country. You will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. In a direct patient facing environment, the infection preventionist professional implements, promotes and maintains an active infection prevention program through surveillance, investigative activities, consultation, education, policy development and Research. A caregiver in this position works 9:00am to 5:00pm with on-call requirements occurring 2-3 times per year, potentially more depending on needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Three years of recent relevant clinical experience including nursing, infection prevention, respiratory therapy, or medical technology
Strong communication, clinical assessment, and computer skills (i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other related programs)
Certified in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc CBIC is required after two years of hire date

Nice To Haves

Registered Nurse (RN)

Responsibilities

Conduct surveillance for hospital acquired infections; analyzes data. Generates reports, identifies trends. Provide recommendations for improvement.
Investigate clusters of infections, outbreaks.
Utilize knowledge of microbiology, cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of patient care equipment.
Develop and implement infection prevention policies and procedures.
Conduct audits on infection prevention practices.
Provide education and serves as a consultant to various levels of care providers.
Coordinate infection prevention committee meetings and other related activities.
Coordinate the annual infection prevention risk assessment, review, and evaluation of the organization's infection prevention plan.
Reports communicable diseases as required by the Ohio Department of Health.
Collaborate with health departments in complying with issues related to outbreaks and control of communicable diseases.
Comply with mandates for state and federal public reporting of hospital acquired infections.