Registered Nurse (RN) Infection Prevention - Full Time

About the role

Responsible for monitoring the healthcare environment for appropriate Infection Prevention practices. Collects, analyzes and reports data concerning hospital-acquired infections, isolation procedures and appropriate control measures. Conducts education related to Infection Prevention. Conducts an ongoing assessment of infection prevention activities and assists with the revision of processes, procedures and policies, as necessitated by evidence-based practices or regulatory guidelines. Participates in both facility specific and system-wide performance improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Reports communicate diseases to the health department, as required.
• Demonstrates the ability to build trusting collaborative relationships with a multi-disciplinary team to support patient care needs. Actively participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings.
• Ensures correct isolation procedures are practiced. Conducts EOC audits. Provides feedback and guidance to leaders regarding infection prevention issues.
• Develops or assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Infection Prevention Plan.

Requirements

• Education
• A minimum of a Bachelors Degree, Nursing is (Required) but Masters Degree, Nursing (Preferred)
• 5-6 years Clinical nursing experience (Required)
• 1 year Infection Prevention experience (Required)
• Licenses and Certifications

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