Director Infection Control

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Director

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department: Infection Control

Req #:

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Salary Range: $156,000.00 - $210,000.00 annually

Pay Transparency:

This reflects the expected annual salary range for this role if employed in New Jersey.

The final compensation for the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.

The Director will oversee, organize, and manage daily infection control operations for both inpatient and outpatient settings, catering to patients of all ages. Collaboration with other technical and professional staff is essential for sharing insights and addressing interdisciplinary challenges. Responsibilities include preparing reports and statistics in line with regulatory standards, system directives, and on an ad hoc basis. The role also involves facilitating the Infection Control Committee, maintaining relevant statistical data, and serving as a resource for individuals, department heads, and committees. The Director will identify educational needs related to Infection Control and implement necessary programs, while ensuring compliance with regulatory agency standards. Additionally, the Director is responsible for reporting safety concerns such as hazardous environments and medical errors, ensuring that the unit adheres to all applicable policies, laws, and regulations.

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in the healthcare sector.
• Leadership experience is essential.
• One to three years of experience in Infection Control.
• Certification in Infection Control is mandatory.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Current RN licensure with the New Jersey Board of Nursing is required.

• Shift: Day
• Full Time

• Exhibit professional behavior in accordance with ethical standards.
• Regularly develop statistical reports as requested and create plans to ensure safety during construction projects. Collaborate with relevant parties to conduct Infection Control Risk Assessments for planned or urgent construction activities.
• Conduct daily surveillance of patient or staff situations that may lead to infections and take steps to mitigate risks.
• Set annual goals and objectives while evaluating the Infection Control Program.
• Identify both individual and general educational needs, providing in-service training to address these needs. Support and participate in the activities of the Infection Control Committee.

At our organization, employees are central to our mission. Guided by our commitment to Total Wellbeing, we offer a competitive array of benefits and resources designed to support the physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community well-being of our staff. These offerings include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Retirement Plans.
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance.
• Dental and Vision Insurance.
• Disability and Life Insurance.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Support for Student Loan Planning.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellness Programs.
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance).
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities.
• Discounts through various partners.
• …and more!

Our organization stands as a leading healthcare provider, dedicated to delivering patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine with compassion and equity. We take pride in our role in fostering healthier communities, one individual and one community at a time. As the foremost academic health system in New Jersey, we are committed to advancing innovative approaches in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.