Infection Prevention Specialist

3 weeks ago


Petaluma, California, United States Providence Full time
Infection Prevention Role

The Infection Prevention Specialist is a key member of our healthcare team, responsible for implementing and enforcing infection prevention policies and practices across our facilities. This role requires a strong understanding of infection control principles and the ability to work autonomously.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement infection prevention policies and procedures.
  • Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with infection prevention standards.
  • Provide education and training to healthcare staff on infection prevention practices.
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to identify and mitigate infection risks.


Requirements:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Public Health, Lab Sciences, Microbiology, or related field.
  • National Certification in Infection Control within 1 year of hire.
  • 1 year of healthcare experience.
  • 1 year of epidemiology experience.


Why Providence?

At Providence, we value our caregivers and strive to create a work environment that is supportive, inclusive, and rewarding. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. Our caregivers are empowered to make a difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

About Providence

Providence is a not-for-profit health system with a long history of serving the poor and vulnerable. We are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and improving the health of our communities. Our award-winning medical centers offer a range of services, including cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, and women's services.

Requsition ID: 306785

Company: Providence Jobs

Job Category: Clinical Safety

Job Function: Clinical Support

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Career Track: Clinical Professional

Department: 7821 INFECTION CONTROL HH

Work Location: Petaluma Valley Hospital

Workplace Type: On-site

Pay Range: $81.90

About the Team

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Northern California, Providence provides health care services to Eureka, Redwood, Petaluma, Napa and Santa Rosa. Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care. Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workplace, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

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