Infection Prevention and Control Specialist

3 days ago


Wichita, Kansas, United States Ascension Full time

About the Job

Ascension is seeking a highly skilled Infection Prevention and Control Specialist to join our team. This role plays a critical part in maintaining a safe and healthy environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

Job Summary

The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating infection prevention and control measures. They will monitor and investigate known or suspected sources of infections, review and analyze regulations and guidelines, and collaborate on educational programs and tools related to infection prevention and control.

Key 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 information to local, state and federal public health authorities in accordance with law and regulation.
  • Participate in the development of special studies designed to identify unusual epidemic situations or to evaluate the impact of new products, equipment or delivery of patient care. Report results to Infection Control Committee and other appropriate departments and/or committees.

Requirements

  • Licensure/Certification/Registration:
    • BLS Provider preferred. 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.
    • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing preferred.
  • Education:
    • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Salary

$65,000 - $85,000 per year, depending on experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) plan and paid time off.



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