Infection Control Nurse Specialist

1 week ago

Anchorage, Alaska, United States UHS Full time
Infection Control Nurse Opportunity

North Star Behavioral Health is a premier mental health facility offering hope and healing for children, teens, and adults struggling with psychiatric or substance abuse issues. We provide an environment that prioritizes patient care, comfort, and security.

Job Summary

The Infection Control Nurse ensures all staff and patients have up-to-date immunizations, maintains accurate records, and provides ongoing infection control and employee health training. This role also involves ensuring all other Infection Control and Employee Health functions are completed timely and accurately across the system.

Responsibilities
  • Implement employee events on topics such as vaccinations, hand washing, and employee and patient health.
  • Identify risks and hazards within the agency as part of the EOC committee.
  • Partner with Facilities Manager to ensure ICRA form completion for facility projects.
  • Maintain, review, and update policies and procedures related to infection control and employee health.
  • Effectively monitor the effects of intervention strategies on infection rates and modify interventions as necessary.
  • Maintain complete and accurate vaccination records for patients.
  • Present monthly reports to the Environment of Care Committee.
  • Present quarterly reports to the Quality Council.
  • Present annual reports to the Medical Executive Committee.
  • Ensure compliance with State, Federal, and Joint Commission requirements.
  • Enter and maintain data in VacTrAK in compliance with State guidelines.
  • Maintain all vaccines within State guidelines and complete all documentation with the Medical Director.
  • Stay educated on changes, trends, and developments in infection control management of both child and adult psychiatric patients.
Employee Health
  • Conduct employee health functions, including pre-employment health screening, maintenance of employee health files, and annual employee health requirements.
  • Develop and deliver educational efforts to improve employee understanding of their health and safety on the job.
  • Maintain complete and accurate employee health records.
Qualifications
  • Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Nursing and a valid State of Alaska RN License.
  • 2 years of nursing experience required, with experience in infection prevention preferred.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.
  • Personal vehicle with a valid State of Alaska driver's license required.
Benefits Highlights
  • Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment.
  • Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off.
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans.
  • 401(K) with Company Match and Discounted Stock Plan.
  • SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
  • Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries.
  • Tuition Assistance.

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