Manager Infection Prevention/Quality

The Quality Services Manager of Infection Prevention/Quality, under the direction of the Corporate Director of Quality, is responsible for developing, coordinating, implementing and evaluating continuous quality improvement and infection prevention activities across the organization. As a key member of the infection prevention team, the Quality Services Manager is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of policies, procedures, and programs that are designed to prevent and control infection, and reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections. The ideal candidate for this position will be an organized, detail-oriented healthcare professional with a commitment to providing safe, high quality and patient-centered care. The successful candidate must demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills, be able to work independently and collaboratively, and possess knowledge of infection prevention/control and quality improvement principles. This role is expected to apply clinical knowledge and analytical skills to assist the Corporate Director of Quality and hospital leadership to implement changes with a strong focus on improving quality outcomes and results. Key Responsibilities: * Management and oversight of Infection Prevention and Quality Programs (51%), including: * Collects metrics, action plans, gap analyses, reports and monitors quality trends across the organization * Analyzes collected metrics and plans, as well as national data/trends and best practices, to identify opportunities for improvement * Works to improve patient care, patient safety, and patient outcomes across the organization * Works to make policy and process improvements to promote healthcare at the highest level * Functions as a subject matter expert and internal consultant to other leaders within the organization. May also serve as a subject matter expert for external matters, as determined by the Corporate Director of Quality * Oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Infection Prevention team and function (49%), including: * Ensures surveillance of hospital patient populations for evidence of infection and assist in the application of proper interventions * Collects and presents quality and infection data, monitors trends, and provides education relevant to the findings * Ensures required data are reported to national and state agencies, such as HIDA and Reportable Conditions to DHEC * Acts as a subject matter expert and resource regarding infection prevention and control measures * Ensures organizational compliance with Infection Prevention standards, policies and procedures (e.g., Hand Hygiene)