Clinical Manager - Infection Control

Nash UNC Health Care

Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base, spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state-of-the-art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and wellbeing.
Position SUMMARY
The management responsibilities and duties for the Infection Prevention and Control Program are required to prevent and control the spread of infections and/or outbreaks. The manager takes measures to prevent and reduce risk for the hospital related to hospital acquired infections (HAI) and track and monitor transmissible diseases and notify local, state, and federal authorities about reportable diseases as required. The manager has the responsibility to maintain the program in a state of readiness for compliance with regulatory requirements from federal, state and local agencies (CMS, TJC, OSHA, ect.)
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Education
*Master's degree in nursing preferred; Bachelor of Nursing required
*Completed post-secondary education in nursing. Post-secondary includes public or private universities, colleges, community colleges, etc.
Registered Nurse
2 or more years' experience in infection prevention preferred.
A minimum of experience of two or more years in the related field of nursing
Certification in Infection Control (CBIC) with recertification every 5 years
Current license to practice in the State of North Carolina
Experience
Leadership qualities, e.g., maturity, job knowledge, professionalism, communication skills, etc. to lead, guide and motivate others.
Ability to work independently and to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work under pressure.
Excellent decision-making skills.
Ability to effectively speak in public to small and large audiences.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to travel to work or attend meetings in various work locations.
Proficient with MS Office and able to learn new software rapidly.
Job Responsibilities
1. Data Analysis
Completes and updates NHSN modules on current HAI definitions.
Manages ICP data to include NHSN (for public reporting) and internal leadership reporting.
Perform surveillance and review/evaluate cases of infections for opportunities in patient care.
Provide data analysis of all ICP data and develop action plans to applicable leadership teams and healthcare providers.
Hand hygiene compliance surveillance and education (process improvement)
Track and monitor transmissible diseases and notify local, state, and federal authorities about reportable diseases as required.
Establish accepted standards to develop, implement, monitor, and revise infection control policies and procedures to assure compliance with the standards.
Coordinates infection control risk assessments for construction, renovation, or repairs with the project manager.
Conducts audits of the environment and addresses any concerns or lapses with infection control practices.
Coordinates annual Infection Control Risk Assessment for annual planning and disease control.
Based on annual risk assessment, develops Infection Control Program plan and sets goals.
2. Independence and Leadership skills
Independently manages individual work as well as staff members within the department.
Demonstrates self-direction in area of assigned responsibility.
Take leadership in the development of infection prevention goals and strategies.
Identifies improvement opportunities and plan to reduce HAI infections.
Actively promotes collaboration and seeks to learn from others.
Demonstrates ability and willingness to assume greater responsibilities with the organization.
3. Organization and Industry Knowledge
Stays informed on current NHSN definitions, updates and applicable program processes directed by NHSN.
Utilizes data from surveillance and research of literature to lead orientation implementation of best practices to reduce infections and actively leads or serves on committees relevant to good Infection Control and Prevention practices.
Actively leads or participates in quality projects/groups for reduction of HAI, such as CAUTI, CLABSI & CDIFF TRIADs and DYADS.
Stays current in assessment of entity compliance with best practice recommendations, regulatory agencies and state and federal laws.
Coordinates data collection, analyzes data, development of action plans and conducts follow-up of implemented action plans to determine further actions if necessary.
4. Accountability
Accepts responsibility for actions and decisions.
Acknowledges and corrects own mistakes.
Follows through on assignments, projects, or requests.
Pays attention to details. Completes work, which is thorough and accomplishes desired results.
Stays current with best practice standards, guidelines, regulatory standards, and local/state/federal laws.
Reports mandatory HAI data as required by law
Takes leadership role in the Infection Control and Prevention Committee (ICPP) bi-monthly with the department chair to organize minutes, agenda and pertinent topics related to HAI risks reduction and regulatory compliance.
Takes leadership/participate role in other hospital committees as assigned.
5. High Reliability (Problem Solving Skills)
Uses problem solving skills to determine underlying root causes of problems.
Seeks to understand problems before offering solutions.
Encourages solutions other than ongoing education or committee reporting.
Participates in clinical rounding or huddles.
6. Communication Skills
Collaborates in the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs or tools that relate to infection prevention, infection control, and epidemiology during orientation and other training of hospital staff and IC staff.
Effectively communicates problems with compliance to appropriate leadership in Administration, Medical Executive Committee, Hospital Board and multiple hospital committees.
7. Teamwork
Serve as content leader in policy & procedure development and review, hospital and unit-based priorities by networking with variety of disciplines and service areas for infection control improvement practices.
Serves as ICP resource/expert within individual entity
Job Details
Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals
Entity: Nash UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: NGH Infection Control
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: NASH HC
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: Yes

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