Responsibilities:

• Infection Preventionist (IP) functions as a qualified individual with knowledge of Centers for Disease Control guidelines and definitions of healthcare-associated infections and federal and state regulations.
• Responsible for the identification, investigation, reporting, prevention and control of healthcare-associated infections among patients and hospital personnel.
• IP may institute collection of cultures and initiate appropriate isolation precautions
• Responsible for assisting with in-service programs related to infection prevention and control and other related projects.
• Takes an active role in QA/PI (Quality Assessment/Performance Improvement) as needed, focusing on patient safety, facility safety, and patient satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Registered Nurse.
• 3-5 years of nursing experience preferred.
• BSN preferred.
• Certification in Infection Control preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational and clinical skills.
• Self motivated and collaborates with various team members.

Schedule:

• 72 hours per pay period.
• Days. Occasionally on-call in emergency situations that involve infections disease or exposure.
• The schedule may fluctuate based on the needs of the department.