Infection Control Nurse

3 weeks ago

Miami Beach FL, United States Mount Sinai Medical Center Full time

Infection Control Registered Nurse

Infection Control Registered Nurse
As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.
Performs infection surveillance on a routine basis, as well as on focused units, reporting findings and recommendations.
* Culture reports from microbiology, Positive HbsAg report, Admissions list, Emergency room log
* Prepares data and reviews with the Chief of Infectious Diseases: Prepares worksheets on any suspected or confirmed infections, Reviews medical record and interviews care givers to obtain additional information on each patient.
* Maintains the infection control database, inputting information, updating when additional information is obtained, and retrieving information.
* Establishes a mechanism to verify the accuracy of the data, and report verified data.
* Attends training sessions as needed.
* Assists the Senior Nurse Epidemiologist to prepare line listings at least monthly to identify trends and patterns
* Assists the Senior Nurse Epidemiologist to prepare monthly report for Infections Committee, reporting findings of regular surveillance, as well as potential and actual problems.
* Report STDs and TB cases and all other reportable infectious diseases to Health Department as required by law either by telephone or in writing.
* Monitors departmental accreditation and licensure activities related to infection control.
* Reports Health-Care associated (HAI) infections which have a compensable result of Risk Management.
* Participates in performance improvement activities by identifying opportunities for improvement and serving on at least one performance improvement team.
* Participates in the development, review, and implementation of infection control policies and procedures. Educates new policies as needed.
* Assist in reviewing all department specific infection control policies and procedures yearly and recommends and assures implementation of changes.
* Monitors local, state, and national regulations relative to infection control issues and alerts chairman of Infections Committee when policies and procedures must be written or changed to address these regulations.
* Participates in patient care conferences as they refer to infection control issues.
* Coordinates and participates in the ongoing in-service education of hospital personnel, patients/families and others in relation to infection control.
* Demonstrates and teaches techniques, interprets reports, discusses communicable disease transmission, diagnoses and treatment with hospital staff, physicians, patients and families.
* Maintains professional competence through participation in continuing education and other learning experiences, remaining informed of current trends in hospital infection prevention and control.
* Serves as a role model, participating in professional organizations and community activities.
* Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of regulatory standards (TJC, CMS, AHCA), for Infection Control related topics.
CPR and Certification in Infection Control preferred.
* Bachelors Degree preferred.
* Infection control experience preferred.
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Health benefits
* Long-term disability coverage
* Healthcare spending accounts
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Employee assistance program
* On-site housing for select positions and more

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