Infection Preventionist

Your future role at a glance

Location: Hoffman Estates, IL

Facility: Ascension Saint Alexiu

Department: Total Quality Management


Schedule: Day shift l Fill-Time

Salary range: $84,336.33 - $123,342.43 per year


Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Monitor and investigate known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control.Review, analyze, and implement regulations, standards, and/or guidelines of applicable governmental agencies and professional organizations.
• Collaborate in the development and delivery of educational programs and/or tools that relate to infection prevention, control, and epidemiology.
• Report infection surveillance, prevention and control in formation to local, state and federal public health authorities in accordance with law and regulation.
• Participate in the development of special

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Preferred Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of
  Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). Preferred upon hire or within three years of
  employment in role.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
  degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer


Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Responsibilities

• Monitor and investigate known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control.Review, analyze, and implement regulations, standards, and/or guidelines of applicable governmental agencies and professional organizations.
• Collaborate in the development and delivery of educational programs and/or tools that relate to infection prevention, control, and epidemiology.
• Report infection surveillance, prevention and control in formation to local, state and federal public health authorities in accordance with law and regulation.
• Participate in the development of special

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Preferred Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board of
  Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). Preferred upon hire or within three years of
  employment in role.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'
  degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.