Infection Prevention Specialist

7 days ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Rush Full time
Job Summary

The Infection Preventionist is responsible for coordinating infection prevention and control activities throughout Rush University Medical Center and Rush University Medical Group. This role involves investigating patient, staff, or visitor infections and reporting to internal personnel or external agencies. The Infection Preventionist collaborates with the Manager of Infection Prevention and Control and the Hospital Epidemiologist to reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections and ensure the safety and health of all personnel.

Key Responsibilities
  • Administer the RUMC program to prevent infections in the hospital, ambulatory care sites, university, and research laboratories.
  • Develop reduction strategies, assist with implementation, and report findings/outcomes.
  • Analyze data on epidemiologically significant organisms and nosocomial infections.
  • Implement the annual Infection Prevention and Control program and plan, including prioritized risks, goals, and review of activities.
  • Contribute to the annual review of the Infection Control and Prevention program.
  • Review policies and procedures from the perspective of infection prevention and control.
  • Implement infection prevention and control measures recommended by the Infection Prevention and Control Committee (IPCC), Health Alert Network (HAN), and the department of health.
  • Participate in the assessment of new products or equipment for potential risk of spreading infection prior to purchase.
  • Consult and address cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization practices.
  • Conduct infection surveillance activities throughout the medical center and implement a priority-directed methodology for surveillance to minimize potential outbreaks of infectious diseases.
  • Inspect patient care environments to detect possible infection hazards.
  • Evaluate compliance with medical center infection control policies.
  • Communicate with employee health staff to monitor and treat personnel for actual or potential exposure.
  • Evaluate new construction or renovation projects and communicate strategies to minimize dust contamination and identify design decisions that may increase risk of infection.
  • Represent Infection Prevention and Control on task forces and committees.
  • Investigate clusters of infections, document the infection, and determine if cluster is beyond an acceptable level.
  • Participate in special studies under the direction of the IPCC or the Director, Infection Prevention and Control.
  • Advise clinical staff on the appropriate utilization of standard and transmission-based precautions.
  • Respond to and identify emerging pathogens and threats in concert with the Hospital Epidemiologist and Section of Infectious Diseases.
  • Collaborate with Employee and Corporate Health Services (ECHS) to develop and implement strategies that reduce the risk of infectious disease transmission to healthcare providers.
  • Report on infections and surveillance activities to departments, medical center quality committees, public health agencies, and centers for disease control.
  • Enter data into the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and verify data prior to submission to NHSN.
  • Prepare reports on infection prevention and control activities for the IPCC.
  • Support the IPCC as a member and subject matter expert.
  • Participate in response to Infectious Disease emergencies at the medical center or in the community.
  • Participate in the planning and development of infectious disease-related emergency response plans.
  • Participate in the post-event evaluation of the event or drill.
  • Provide educational program training for volunteers, staff, faculty, and students on infection prevention and management.
  • Support annual organizational initiatives as assigned.

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Saba Healthcare Full time

    Job Title: Infection Prevention SpecialistSaba Healthcare is seeking a highly skilled Infection Prevention Specialist to join our team.About the RoleThe Infection Prevention Specialist will be responsible for developing and implementing a system of care that promotes sound and scientific infection prevention principles and practices. This individual will...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    7 hours ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States destinationone Consulting Full time

    Job Title: Infection Control SpecialistAt destinationone Consulting, we are seeking a skilled Infection Control Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our healthcare recruitment team, you will play a vital role in preventing and controlling infections within healthcare settings.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement infection prevention...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States RML Specialty Hospital Full time

    Job Title: Infection Prevention PractitionerRML Specialty Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Infection Prevention Practitioner to join our team. As an Infection Prevention Practitioner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients, staff, and visitors.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement infection prevention...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States RML Specialty Hospital Full time

    Job Title: Infection Prevention PractitionerJob Summary:RML Specialty Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Infection Prevention Practitioner to join our team. As a key member of our quality and patient safety department, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients, staff, and visitors.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States RML Specialty Hospital Full time

    Job SummaryRML Specialty Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Infection Prevention Practitioner to join our team. As a key member of our quality and patient safety department, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients, staff, and visitors.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement infection prevention programs and...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    4 days ago

    Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Join Our Team as an Infection Control NurseWe are seeking a skilled Infection Control Nurse to join our team at BRIA. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a critical role in preventing healthcare-associated infections and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.Responsibilities:Develop and implement infection prevention strategies to minimize...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as an Infection Control Nurse at BRIAAbout the Role:We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Infection Control Nurse to join our team at BRIA. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a vital role in preventing healthcare-associated infections and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.Key Responsibilities:Develop and...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    1 week ago

    Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Join Our Team as an Infection Control NurseAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Infection Control Nurse to join our team at BRIA. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a critical role in preventing healthcare-associated infections and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement infection...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    South Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as an Infection Control Nurse at BRIATransformative Opportunities Ahead!BRIA is a community-driven organization that prioritizes work-life balance, offering a compassionate care environment that empowers our nursing staff. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a vital role in preventing healthcare-associated infections within our...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    South Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as an Infection Control Nurse at BRIATransformative Opportunities Ahead!BRIA is a community-driven organization that prioritizes work-life balance, offering a compassionate care environment that empowers our nursing staff. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a vital role in preventing healthcare-associated infections within our...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    South Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as an Infection Control Nurse at BRIATransformative Opportunities Ahead!BRIA is a community-driven organization that prioritizes work-life balance, offering a compassionate care environment that empowers our nursing staff. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a vital role in preventing healthcare-associated infections within our...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    South Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as an Infection Control Nurse at BRIATransformative Opportunities Ahead!BRIA is a community-driven organization that prioritizes work-life balance, offering a compassionate care environment that empowers our nursing staff. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a vital role in preventing healthcare-associated infections within our...

  • Infection Prevention Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    South Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Join Our Team as an Infection Control NurseAbout the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled Infection Control Nurse to join our team at BRIA. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a critical role in preventing healthcare-associated infections and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.Key Responsibilities:Develop and implement infection...

  • Nurse Infection Prevention Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Skilled Nursing Facility Full time

    Skilled Nursing Facility - Infection Preventionist Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Nurse Infection Preventionist to join our Clinical Department at Skilled Nursing Facility. As an Infection Preventionist, you will play a vital role in ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care by providing education to staff and...

  • Nurse Infection Prevention Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Skilled Nursing Facility Full time

    Skilled Nursing Facility - Infection Preventionist Job DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Nurse Infection Preventionist to join our Clinical Department at Skilled Nursing Facility. As an Infection Preventionist, you will play a critical role in ensuring our residents receive the highest standard of care by providing education to staff...

  • Prevention Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Cchc Online Full time

    Job Title: Prevention SpecialistThe Prevention Specialist will provide violence prevention services to clients in the community. This role involves providing community outreach and engagement, intake assessment, and case management to youth and young adults (ages 16-24) with linkage to care and supportive services.Responsibilities:Assess individuals for...

  • Infection Control Specialist

    1 month ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Palm Careers LLC Full time

    Palm Careers LLC is seeking a highly skilled Infection Control Registered Nurse to join our team at our state-of-the-art medical center.Job Summary:The Infection Control Nurse will be responsible for implementing and coordinating the program of infection control, prevention, and surveillance as approved by the Infection Control Committee. The nurse will be...

  • Infection Control Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Palm Careers LLC Full time

    Job Title: Infection Control NurseJob Summary:Palm Careers LLC is seeking an experienced Infection Control Nurse to join our team at our state-of-the-art medical center in Albuquerque, NM. As a key member of our infection control team, you will be responsible for implementing and coordinating our infection control program, working closely with the Infection...

  • Infection Control Specialist

    1 week ago

    Chicago Heights, Illinois, United States BRIA Full time

    Job SummaryBRIA is seeking a skilled Infection Control Nurse to join our team. As an Infection Control Nurse, you will play a critical role in preventing healthcare-associated infections and ensuring a safe environment for our residents.ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement infection prevention strategies to minimize the risk of infections in our...

  • Prevention Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Chicago, Illinois, United States Build Full time

    Job Title: Prevention SpecialistAt BUILD, Inc., we are seeking a dedicated and innovative Prevention Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our Violence Prevention Villages (VPV) project, you will play a critical role in providing positive, proactive, and preventive upstream supports and services to youth and their households.Job Summary:The...