Infection Prevention Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States Medicine Journal Full time
Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Infection Preventionist II to join our team at Medicine Journal. The successful candidate will support and assist the Infection Prevention Director with daily operations of the Health System's Infection Prevention and Control program.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Assume responsibility for Infection Prevention departmental functions in the absence of the IP Director.
  • Collaborate with employee health to identify and reduce the risks of acquiring and transmitting infections among all staff.
  • Conduct patient care practice and environmental rounds and recommend corrective action to administrative and management staff.
  • Develop and implement infection control policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Participate in professional activities and organizations to maintain knowledge of current trends, practices, and developments.
  • Review and analyze data to recognize potentially important relationships or patterns of infection and to detect significant variations in processes or outcomes.
Requirements:
  • Current licensure to practice nursing in the State of Tennessee or Masters Public Health.
  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC).
  • 3 years of experience in accredited healthcare organization or public health.
  • Computer and internet skills to include Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • 5 years of experience in infection prevention.
  • Recent clinical expertise with critical care experience.
  • Previous experience in information analysis, computer knowledge, quality improvement desired.
What We Offer:

Medicine Journal offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive compensation package.



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