System Manager-Infection Prevention

System Manager- Infection Prevention

Job Code 20986 Job Family QCS

Job Summary: The System Infection Prevention Manager is responsible for oversight and maintenance of all Infection Prevention-related software programs and modules. Provides leadership, training and support to Infection Preventionists across the system. Coordinates the review and revision of Infection Prevention policies and procedures consistent with current regulatory requirements and evidence-based practice.

Job Responsibilities:

• Designs, delivers and coordinates education for Infection Preventionists regarding access, functionality and reporting on all required software platforms.
• Participates in quality and process improvement initiatives addressing infection prevention issues at both the entity and system level.
• Trains, supports and mentors system Infection Preventionists.
• Travels to Baptist facilities for survey readiness, TJC and DNV surveys, and infection prevention program assessments.
• Demonstrates the ability to build trusting collaborative relationships with multi-disciplinary teams. Leads and/or actively participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings.
• Demonstrates skill in applying evidence-based practice guidelines and regulatory standards (CMS, TJC, DNV-GL, OSHA, etc.) when: assessing the environment; observing patient care activities and processes and developing/revising policies and procedures.
• Acts as a subject matter expert and leader regarding infection prevention issues. Develops and revises policies and procedures that are consistent with system guidelines, evidence-based guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Demonstrates initiative in professional development and continuing education. Attends professional meetings and educational offerings.
• Analyzes and prepares Infection Prevention data. Presents and discusses pertinent data at various committee meetings.
• Prepares and presents educational workshops, lectures, discussions or one-to-one instruction on infection prevention topics. Provides community education on Infection Prevention topics.
• Understands, applies and supports departmental/entity/system policies, guidelines, procedures and standards.
• Exhibits efficiency, competency and professionalism that promotes a positive work environment.

Specifications:

Experience: Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Five (5) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse required. Minimum of five years of experience in Infection Prevention required.

Education: Minimum Required Preferred/Desired BSN

Training: Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Special Skills: Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Infection Prevention data mining system. Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgement is a professional area. Ability to organize multiple tasks and projects and maintain control of work flow. Skill and proficiency in apply highly technical principles, concepts and techniques to achieve optimal outcomes. Proficiency in all aspects of Infection Prevention data mining systems required

Licensure: Minimum Required Preferred/Desired RN, Certification in Infection Control (CIC), Driver's License

Reporting Relationships: Yes

Work Environment:

Functional Demands Rating: Sedentary

Physical Activity Requirements:

• Sitting Frequent
• Standing Frequent
• Walking Frequent
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) Occasional
• Carry objects Occasional
• Push/Pull Occasional
• Twisting Occasional
• Bending Occasional
• Reaching Forward Occasional
• Reaching Overhead Occasional
• Squat/Kneel/Crawl Occasional
• Wrist position deviation Occasional
• Pinching/fine motor activities Occasional
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion Continuous

Sensory Requirements:

• Color Discrimination Accurate
• Near Vision Far Vision Depth Perception Hearing Accurate

Environmental Requirements:

• Blood-Borne Pathogens Not Anticipated
• Chemical Not Anticipated
• Airborne Communicable Diseases Occasional
• Extreme Temperatures Not Anticipated
• Radiation Not Anticipated
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations Occasional
• Extreme Noise Levels Not Anticipated
• Dust/Particular Matter Occasional
• Other