Infection Preventionist

Sanford Health•Sioux Falls, SD

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care. The Sioux Falls Quality team, which this role is part of, values safety, high reliability, and strives to create an environment that supports work/life balance. This position offers a unique opportunity for a flexible, hybrid schedule, supporting Sanford USD Medical Center campus and clinics, along with all South Network locations. The work of this team drives strategies forward through performance improvement to enhance the care and wellbeing of patients and employees, accomplished through collaboration with operational teams and continuous evaluation of current processes. Team members enjoy flexibility and a fun working environment, acting as informal leaders throughout the organization and working with a variety of stakeholders, teams, and departments. This role is an excellent opportunity for personal and professional growth within the organization, providing broad exposure to different facets of healthcare. The Infection Preventionist will work collaboratively with Infection Prevention and Control staff under leadership to accomplish the goals and objectives of the Infection Prevention program for Sanford USD Medical Center and South Network locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required. In lieu of education, leadership may consider an Associate’s degree and 5 years of applicable experience.
Minimum of two years experience in clinical, nursing, healthcare safety, infection prevention, accreditation or healthcare management setting.
If a licensed registered nurse (RN), currently hold an unencumbered RN license with the State Board of Nursing where the practice of nursing is occurring and/or possess multistate licensure if in a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) state.
Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.

Nice To Haves

Certification in Infection Control (CIC) credentials.
Experience working with South Network locations.
If degree is in nursing, graduate from a nationally accredited nursing program preferred, including, but not limited to, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), and National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (NLN CNEA).

Responsibilities

Evaluation of infection control trends, practices, and provide educational programs for employees.
Possess a basic understanding and working knowledge of microbiology and epidemiology.
Surveillance of health care associated infections and reportable illness.
Evaluation and reporting of statistical information.
Consultation of asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, isolation, disease transmission and related issues.
Monitors compliance standards and regulations, strategies, and evidence-based aspects.
Evaluates and improves performance of patient/resident outcomes.
Assists with research needs and special projects as assigned.
Understand or be willing to learn computer programs and applications necessary for data collection and analysis.
Possess good interpersonal skills as well as willingness to seek out new information and knowledge.
Able to think critically and problem solve effectively.