Infection Prevention Consultant

7 days ago

Alexandria, Virginia, United States Inova Surgery Centers Full time
Job Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Infection Prevention Consultant to join our team at Inova Ambulatory Surgery Centers. As a key member of our quality assurance team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and infection control in our facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with leadership and staff to monitor and improve infection control procedures in accordance with our policies and guidelines.
  • Identify and investigate outbreaks or clusters of infectious diseases, and develop strategies to prevent their recurrence.
  • Monitor nosocomial infections and antibiotic usage, and implement evidence-based practices to reduce the risk of infection.
  • Lead and participate in performance improvement initiatives, patient safety projects, and regulatory activities to support our mission and strategic objectives.
  • Abstract, analyze, and interpret data to identify opportunities for improvement and support project goals.
  • Serve as a resource and expert on quality, patient safety, and regulatory issues, providing education and training to staff as needed.
  • Provide infection control orientation and training to new staff members.
  • Track and monitor compliance with infection control policies and procedures.
  • Contribute to AAAHC survey preparation and ensure our facilities are prepared for accreditation.

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience in infection prevention, quality improvement, patient safety, regulatory, and infection control in a healthcare setting.
  • Graduate from an accredited nursing institution, BSN or MSN preferred.
  • Current RN licensure in Virginia.
  • Current BLS certification required.
  • Knowledge and experience in performance improvement concepts and tools, root cause analysis, and facilitation of work groups.
  • Experience leading and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, with demonstrable achievements in consensus building and goal attainment.
  • Ability to abstract, analyze, and interpret data using various databases and statistical tools.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with a wide variety of individuals to obtain and exchange information.
  • Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
  • Regular local travel required to multiple Inova Surgery Center locations.

Benefits:

  • Student Loan Repayment Assistance - up to $10,000.
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
  • Life & Disability Insurance.
  • Healthcare and Day Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Immediate eligibility for 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Generous Paid Time Off program and Paid Holidays.
  • Tuition Reimbursement.

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