Nurse Epidemiologist-Infection Control Nursing - Mount Sinai West - Full Time Day

Mount Sinai Health System • New York, NY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Works in collaboration with the site Medical Director of Infection Prevention & Hospital Epidemiologist in managing, designing and implementing an Infection Prevention program at the hospital.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of clinical experience in professional nursing
• Licensed and currently registered as a professional nurse in New York State

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree Preferred
• Experience in critical care areas is preferred
• Board Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred

Responsibilities

• Makes daily rounds and follows up on all cases of suspected or diagnosed communicable diseases.
• Acts as a resource person regarding hospital Infection Prevention policy.
• Maintains surveillance programs for clean surgery infection rates.
• Surveys the incidence and prevalence of infection on selected services following hospitalization.
• Participated in in-service education of hospital personnel in matters pertaining to infection prevention.
• Performs environmental surveillance of various departments of the hospital and prepares summary reports for review.
• Assists in the development of antibiotic reviews.
• Reviews EPIC Bugsy (microbiology programs) for surveillance purposes.
• Participates in the evaluation of nursing and medical procedures and products applicable to infection prevention.
• Collaborated with personnel to assure compliance with the Board of Health Rules and hospital policies regarding prevention and control of infection.
• Provides patient teaching and counseling, as needed.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned area.
• Participates in the Department of Nursing Quality Improvement program/activities.
• Maintains patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information.
• Assists the Medical Director of the Department of Infection Prevention and the Hospital Epidemiologist in managing the infection prevention program.
• Reviews, updates and recommends the development of hospital policies and procedures in order to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies, regarding prevention and control of infection.
• Maintains a liaison with the Health Department, Bureau of tuberculosis and Bureau of Sexually Transmitted Disease CDC.
• Works with Employee Health Service in maintaining a safe environment for patients and personnel.
• Communicates pertinent information regarding matters of infection control to Hospital/Nursing Leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work constructively with others.
• Demonstrated a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude in dealing with patients, families and significant others.
• Displays courtesy, tact and patience during interactions with all members of the department, hospital staff and extended community.
• Serves as a member of the Medical Board Committee on the Prevention and Control of Infection.
• Maintains a liaison with the Health Department, Bureau of Tuberculosis and Bureau of Sexually Transmitted Disease CDC.
• Works with Employee Health Service (EHS) in maintaining a safe environment for patients and personnel.
• Communicates pertinent information regarding matters of infection prevention to leadership.
• Maintains liaison with other infection prevention practitioners by attending monthly meetings of the Association of Professional in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC).
• Attends administrative and Medical Board Committee meetings, as appropriate or as necessary.
• Projects a professional image through behavior, grooming and attire.
• May be required to perform additional duties as assigned or perform additional duties when necessary.
• Participates in the developmen of other staff members.
• Maintains professional competence through participation in continuing education and othe relevant learning experiences.
• Meets regulatory, licensure and annual health assessment requirements.
• Identifies learning strengths and needs.
• Utilizes learning resources.

Benefits

• The salary range for the role is $85.70 - $85.70 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level