Infection Preventionist

Overview

Enhance your career as an Infection Preventionist at IU Arnett in Lafayette, IN!

This full-time, day-shift position offers an impactful opportunity to lead infection control initiatives and safeguard patient and staff health.

Why Choose IU Health

As Indiana's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, recognized as a top provider, we offer a variety of benefits including:

• 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Student loan forgiveness program
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services
• Wellness programs with biweekly financial incentives

Position Overview:
As an Infection Preventionist, you will conduct targeted infection surveillance activities, including investigating and responding to outbreaks of infections among patients and personnel. You will develop and deliver education on preventative measures, ensuring the implementation of best practices to control infections. The role is vital in maintaining compliance with regulations and standards set by regulatory and accrediting agencies, supporting IU Health's commitment to excellence in patient safety.

Core Values & Organizational Connection:

Connect to Promise: Embody IU Health's mission, vision, and values by demonstrating behaviors and delivering results aligned with the organization's strategic goals. Contribute to IU Health's vision of improving the health of all Hoosiers by providing exceptional, patient-centered care rooted in purpose, excellence, compassion, and teamwork.

Relationship Building: Foster rapport and trust with colleagues, patients, and external partners. Create positive interactions where individuals feel heard, valued, and respected. Proactively support teamwork and build a network of contacts to enhance infection prevention efforts organization-wide.

Effective Communication: Share information clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing. Practice active listening, seek clarification when needed, and respond promptly to requests, ensuring clarity and understanding across all interactions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of experience is required.
• Bachelor's Degree within a clinical discipline preferred.
• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of years of experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a Healthcare related field is preferred.
• Requires Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or Associate-Infection Prevention and Control (a-IPC) certification within 2 years of hire. CIC is preferred.
• Knowledge of infectious disease, epidemiology, asepsis and immunology, medical procedures, or medical and environmental microbiology is preferred.

Join IU Health as an Infection Preventionist and be a key player in advancing patient safety and quality care. Your expertise will help create a healthier environment for patients, staff, and the community.