Infection Prevention Coordinator

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as an Infection Prevention Coordinator? At TriStar Skyline Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

TriStar Skyline Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Infection Prevention Coordinator like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Infection Prevention Coordinator promotes and delivers high quality, patient-centered care by assisting with the administration of Infection Prevention policies, procedures and programs. As a part of the Infection Prevention team, the Infection Prevention Coordinator identifies, investigates, reports, and monitors the incidence of hospital acquired infections among patients and personnel, and implements policies and procedures to prevent cross-contamination. The Infection Prevention Coordinator is also responsible for assisting with in-service programs and orientation related to infection prevention, as well as collaboration with the Employee Health Program to reduce exposures and mitigate risk.


What you will do in this role:

• Participate in infection prevention surveys and surveillance/rounding, based on the organization's risk assessment plan, in accordance with state, federal, and other reporting requirements.
• Evaluate environment, practices, products, devices, and equipment as related to infection prevention.
• Apply epidemiologic principles and statistical methods to identify target populations, determine risk factors, design prevention and control strategies, analyze trends and evaluate processes related to infection prevention.
• Collect and analyze data related to infection prevention and control. Collaborate with Occupational Health to assess environment for injury/illness risks.
• Implement epidemiologic investigation during the occurrence of infections and infection clusters.
• Monitor and evaluate the efficacy of infection prevention activities, including methods of asepsis, sterilization, and disinfection.
• Implement and conduct special studies when appropriate or requested by the Infection Prevention Committee Chairperson.
• Assist in coordinating prevention and containment efforts for potential infections, pandemics, and bioterrorist events. Serve as a resource to hospital personnel and medical staff on patient placement, transmission-based precautions, and other interventions, to control or reduce infections or infectious risks.
• Provide regular written and/or verbal infection prevention and outcome reports to relevant committees, departments, personnel, and external agencies.
• Communicate efficiently and reports occurrences of communicable diseases to federal, state, and local public health authorities, in accordance with laws and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of healthcare associated infections among patients, in compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Review and update policies and protocols as needed to maintain compliance with regulations, standards, and evidence-based guidelines.
• Retain knowledge and actively participate in collaboration with the construction team with the planning, evaluation, implementation of the infection prevention risk assessment with follow up rounds to ensure full compliance.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies to elevate the patient experience.
• Disseminate infection prevention and employee health information to new employees and existing employees as needed. Coordinate these efforts with new employee orientation process and in-service training.
• Provide ongoing education to staff on infection prevention policies and procedures, including hand hygiene, aseptic technique, antiseptics and disinfectants, specific infectious diseases, and other related health care issues. Update educational programs as assigned to include the latest research and best practice in infection prevention.
• Develop or obtain educational materials and programs, as needed, for personnel, patients, visitors, and the local community.
• Participate in continuing educational activities at the department, state, and national levels.
• Assist in the organization and facilitation of regularly scheduled hospital Infection Prevention meetings.
• Participate in infection prevention activities in the community through membership in professional organizations.
• Contribute to and work toward hospital-wide improvement in meeting core measures, patient safety, and service excellence goals.
• Assume awareness for the appropriate allocation of hospital resources as it pertains to infection prevention.

What qualifications you will need:

• Associate's Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma or Bachelor of Science in Nursing or health-related field required.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) within the state of Tennessee or compact state strongly preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
• 1+ years of experience in Infection Control preferred.

TriStar Skyline Medical Center is a 350+ bed facility. We are Tennessee's first comprehensive stroke center and a national leader in neuroscience. In addition, we are equipped with 3 helipads, new ICU and Medical/Surgical floors, and burn care services. We offer a CARF accredited Inpatient Rehabilitation program and are a state-designated Level I Trauma Center. As an Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, TriStar Skyline is a leading provider of emergency heart care.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Infection Prevention Nurse Coordinator opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.