Manager, Infection Prevention
About The Position
The Manager of Infection Prevention leads a proactive, data-driven program that safeguards patients, staff, and visitors from healthcare-associated infections. This role blends clinical expertise with operational leadership to drive infection prevention initiatives, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and strengthen frontline practices through education, consultation, and performance improvement. Key responsibilities include surveillance and reporting of healthcare-associated infections, investigation of infection clusters, and microbiological monitoring and remediation of the healthcare environment. With a deep understanding of nursing and patient care environments, the manager guides infection prevention specialists in identifying trends, mitigating risks, and shaping strategies that advance safety, quality, and 5 STAR performance across the organization.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or related field required
- 4 years of previous experience in the healthcare industry or a healthcare setting required
- Current and valid Registered Nurse license to work within the state of California required
- Certified Infection Control (CBIC-CIC) required
Nice To Haves
- Previous leadership experience in Public Health, healthcare industry, or healthcare setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Surveillance and reporting of healthcare-associated infections
- Investigation of infection clusters
- Microbiological monitoring and remediation of the healthcare environment
- Guiding infection prevention specialists in identifying trends, mitigating risks, and shaping strategies that advance safety, quality, and 5 STAR performance across the organization.
Benefits
- Progressive sign-on incentive
- Comprehensive relocation package
- Eligible for annual incentive program
- Community University leadership training courses
- Tuition reimbursement, education programs and scholarships
- Vacation time starts building on Day 1, and builds with your seniority
- 403(b) with matching contributions
- On-demand food ordering
- Free parking
- Electric charging
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
