Infection Control Employee Health Nurse

Overview Infection Control professional responsible for developing, implementing, and continually monitoring the hospital-wide infection control program in accordance with Centers for Disease Control (CDC), JCAHO, and other regulatory agencies. Directs all functions of the Employee Health program. Responsibilities Consults with physicians, managers, and staff for the management of infectious and/or immunosuppressed patients. Implements an effective hospital-wide infection control program in keeping with CDC, JCAHO, and other regulatory agencies. Directs all functions of the Employee Health program. Develops, implements, and continually monitors the infection control policies and procedures for all departments. Implements a surveillance system for detecting and monitoring hospital-acquired and community infections. Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements. Provides physicians and staff with updates of infection control policy changes. Investigates outbreaks or clusters of infections. Monitors, analyzes, and interprets bacteriology reports and infection statistics, and recommends appropriate control measures to prevent dissemination of resistant microorganisms and pathogens. Participates in Infection Control Committees. Collaborates with local and state health departments in the prevention, control, and appropriate reporting of communicable diseases. Participates in ongoing infection control educational programs for employees, including TB, HIV/Hep/Universal Precautions. May educate patients as necessary. Acts as a resource person for staff concerning infection control. Undertakes regular infection control audits and appropriate follow-up action where required. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Expectations Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations and requirements. Ability to maintain confidentiality of all patient and/or employee information to protect patient and/or employee rights. Demonstrates good interpersonal skills when working with residents, their families, and other staff members. Ability to work under stress and to respond quickly in emergency situations. Must have good and regular attendance. Must read, write, and speak fluent English. Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%. Performs other related duties as assigned. Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in nursing or healthcare-related field. Master’s degree in clinical specialty preferred. Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may substitute for education requirements. Licenses/Certification Current State RN license required. BLS Certification required. ICP or related certification preferred. Experience Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in medical-surgical or critical care nursing. Experience in Infection Control with basic knowledge of the principles of epidemiology, infections, sterilization, sanitation, and disinfection practice preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kindred