Infection Preventionist
- Requisition ID
- 183073
- Department
- 100503 Infection Prevention
- Schedule
- Full Time - Eligible for Benefits
- Shift
- Day
- Category
- Professionals
Position Purpose
The Infection Control Coordinator has the day-to-day responsibility of planning, organizing, managing and evaluating the health system Infection Control Program for Renown Health. The incumbent is responsible for assuring that Renown Health is in compliance with hospital infection prevention and control-related State and Federal regulations, Joint Commission Standards, and Renown Health Infection Control Policies and Procedures.
Nature and Scope
This position assures that the Renown Health system defines and implements processes and best practice to reduce/eliminate hospital acquired infection, comply with regulatory expectations, and provide a method of surveillance and reporting of infection rates and information.
This position coordinates and assists in development, implementation and maintenance of Infection Control policies and procedures that are designed to meet the changing needs of the health care environment. It also functions as a resource to hospital and medical staff regarding interpretation of Infection Control and Occupational Health policies as they relate to infectious disease.
The incumbent directs the collection of surveillance data. This position analyzes the data and provides statistical reports for the hospital departments, medical staff and Infection Control committee. This position conducts epidemiological studies as needed to investigate unusual occurrences of infection.
This position collaborates with Washoe County and other public health officials in the reporting of communicable diseases as well as follow up with exposures.
This position monitors compliance with Infection Control polices and regulatory requirements and feeds back results of the monitoring to department managers for corrective action.
This position is responsible for patient care orientation and annual updates to Infection Control principles.
This position regularly collaborates with Quality Consultants, Emergency Management, Occupational Health Services, and Risk Management on issues related to infection control.
This position has the authority to enforce Infection Control policies when hazards exist such as isolation of patients and ordering appropriate cultures as needed. Financial decisions on approval of expenses resulting from an emergency outbreak of infection are routed through the Director of Infection Control.
The incumbent is responsible for keeping informed of current concepts in Infection Control practice as well as new and innovative programs through reading and participating in professional organizations.
This position does not provide patient care.
Disclaimer
The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Name | Description |
|---|---|
Education: | Must have working-level knowledge of English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Bachelor’s degree in health related field. Masters degree preferred. If not licensed or certified, candidate must have a Masters in Public Health or obtain Masters in Public Health within one year of hire. |
Experience: | Infection Prevention experience preferred |
License(s): | A Master's in Public Health is required within one year of hire. If the candidate does not have a Master’s in Public Health the ability to obtain and maintain a State of Nevada Licensure or certification in related field for example, Registered Nurse, ASCP Registered Medical Technologist, Medical Examiners Respiratory Care Practitioner License, Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) credential from the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC), or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) will be required. |
Certification(s): | The ability to obtain and maintain Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) within two years of employment. |
Computer / Typing: | Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |
Benefits
Renown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.
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Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Environment
Renown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
For Providers: Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows.