Infection Prevention Specialist

3 weeks ago


Akron, Ohio, United States Akron Children's Hospital Full time
Job Summary:

The Infection Prevention Specialist is an entry-level position designed for novice infection preventionists. This role is ideal for RNs or MTs looking to learn the field of infection control and epidemiology.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Participate in mock surveys and compliance audits to ensure adherence to infection control standards.
  • Conduct audits of high-level disinfection processes outside of the Sterile Processing Department.
  • Monitor the Sterilization Process (SPD) to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Perform independent hand hygiene observations, offering just-in-time coaching and education, and report findings to the infection control team for monthly reports.
  • Conduct independent environmental cleaning observations, providing coaching and education to EVS staff, and report findings to the infection control team for monthly reports.
  • Perform independent isolation observations, offering coaching and education on PPE and isolation precautions, and report findings to the infection control team for monthly reports.
  • Surveillance for hospital-acquired infections (HAI) and Communicable Diseases according to Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 3701.
  • Participate in Communicable Disease Exposure Investigations and Outbreaks.
  • Audit and teach Nurse Residency ASCEND education classes on a scheduled basis.
  • Audit and teach staff and provider education classes as needed.
  • Communicate with outside agencies on various issues, such as communicable disease reporting.
  • Maintain timely and proper documentation.
  • Serve as a resource for infection control concerns from staff, outside agencies, patients, families, and visitors.
  • Perform other duties as required.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or Lab Medical Technology required.
  • Master's in public health or higher preferred.
  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required within 2 years from date of hire.
  • 2 years of experience in a hospital setting required.
  • No experience supervising required.

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 40 hours/week, day shift, hybrid (onsite 2-3 days/week).

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