Registered Nurse - Infection Prevention Coordinator - RN
About The Position
The Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Nurse is responsible for a variety of activities aimed at reducing the risk of infection transmission to patients, visitors and employees. IPAC implements activities which include: Collection and analysis of infection data. Development and review of policies. Consultation on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies. Education efforts directed at interventions to reduce infection risks. Implementation of changes mandated by regulatory, accrediting, and licensing agencies. Application of epidemiological principles, including activities directed at improving patient outcomes. The nurse supports activities that include participation on committees, work projects and research. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the Association for Professional in Infection Control and Epidemiology provide the basis for practice. This role is eligible for TN sponsorship.
Requirements
- Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Knowledge of the American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice.
- Knowledge of ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses.
- Knowledge of the Association for Professional in Infection Control and Epidemiology standards.
Responsibilities
- Collection and analysis of infection data.
- Development and review of policies.
- Consultation on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies.
- Education efforts directed at interventions to reduce infection risks.
- Implementation of changes mandated by regulatory, accrediting, and licensing agencies.
- Application of epidemiological principles, including activities directed at improving patient outcomes.
- Participation on committees, work projects and research.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefit plans
- Continuing education opportunities
- Advancement opportunities
- Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
