Infection Prevention Coordinator

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and

comprehensive benefit plans

– to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

Medical: Multiple plan options.

Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.

Vision: Affordable plan with national network.

Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.

Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) Nurse is responsible for a variety of activities aimed at reducing the risk of infection transmission to patients, visitors and employees. IPAC implements activities which include: Collection and analysis of infection data. Development and review of policies. Consultation on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies. Education efforts directed at interventions to reduce infection risks. Implementation of changes mandated by regulatory, accrediting, and licensing agencies. Application of epidemiological principles, including activities directed at improving patient outcomes. The nurse supports activities that include participation on committees, work projects and research. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the Association for Professional in Infection Control and Epidemiology provide the basis for practice.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship.

Qualifications

Baccalaureate or Master’s degree in Nursing, required. Masters degree preferred.

Minimum one year of RN experience.

Knowledge of microbiology, epidemiology, and/or infection prevention and control required.

Acute care experience within the last 2 years preferred.

Adapts to unpredictable situations related to infection prevention and control.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Works flexible hours that may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, and weekends.

Strong computer skills required.

Current Arizona registered nurse licensure required.

Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred on hire and required within 3 years of employment.

Experienced in infection prevention, certification preferred.

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$93,392.00 - $140,129.60 annually

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Days; Hours can vary; 8 hour schedule

Weekend Schedule

1 week every 8 weeks; call required

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives.

Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the

"EOE is the Law" .

Mayo Clinic participates in

E-Verify

and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employees Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Bree Belcher