Manager, Infection Prevention, Full Time Days, 8am - 5pm, Atlantic Health, Morristown Medical Center
About The Position
The Manager, Infection Prevention leads Atlantic Health’s organization-wide infection prevention and control (IPC) program, aligning it with strategic objectives and translating organizational vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes. The role collaborates with internal departments, public health partners, infectious disease partners, and occupational health teams to strengthen safety, compliance, surveillance, and infection prevention practices. The manager oversees regulatory readiness and risk mitigation, including compliance with OSHA, TJC, CMS, and best practices; audits and consultation on disinfection, sterilization, and product use; and the development of infection risk mitigation plans. The role leads technology-supported surveillance and applies NHSN methodologies, reporting requirements, and data interpretation to guide prevention strategies. The position also oversees team education, competence, performance management, and professional development; builds partnerships across clinical and public health organizations; develops business cases and manages the IPC operating budget; and contributes infection prevention expertise to construction risk assessments, facility design, renovation planning, and product and equipment evaluation.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
- At least 3 years of infection prevention experience, ideally in acute care or hospital systems.
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC).
- Current RN licensure in the State of New Jersey.
- Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask across responsibilities.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Lead the organization-wide IPC program in alignment with strategic objectives, translating vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes.
- Collaborate with internal departments and public health partners to implement initiatives that promote system-wide safety and compliance.
- Deliver targeted education and in-services across departments and patient populations based on clinical outcomes and requests.
- Mentor team members to identify and close practice gaps and foster a high-performance culture.
- Ensure compliance with applicable OSHA, TJC, and CMS regulations and best practices.
- Conduct audits and provide consultation on disinfection, sterilization, and product use according to manufacturers’ instructions.
- Develop and implement action plans to mitigate infection risks and maintain regulatory readiness.
- Lead technology-supported surveillance to monitor infection trends and patterns, applying NHSN methodologies, reporting requirements, and data interpretation to guide prevention strategies.
- Collaborate with infectious disease partners and occupational health teams on exposure management and emergency communication.
- Implement regular performance feedback and annual evaluations, aligning individual and departmental goals with organizational priorities.
- Promote learning, accountability, and continuous improvement through coaching and development.
- Collaborate with local, state, and federal health agencies and community organizations to enhance IPC outcomes.
- Support business case development for IPC initiatives, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainable improvements.
- Influence clinical practice through behavior-change strategies and organization-wide partnerships.
- Develop Infection Control Risk Assessments (ICRAs) for construction projects and contribute IPC expertise to facility design and renovation planning.
- Partner with stakeholders to evaluate and select infection prevention products, technologies, and equipment aligned with organizational goals and evidence-based practices.
- Develop and maintain the IPC operating budget, monitor departmental expenses, ensure adherence to financial targets, and identify cost-saving strategies.
- Manage departmental staff performance, onboarding, and ongoing training; conduct performance evaluations; support professional growth and succession planning; and foster an inclusive, high-performing team culture.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for eligible team members.
- Life and AD&D insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage, with options to supplement.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and an additional non-elective contribution.
- PTO and paid sick leave.
- Tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, and academic advising.
- Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
- Backup and on-site childcare.
- Well-Being Rewards.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
- Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
- Pet, home and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
