Infection Prevention Specialist

2 weeks ago


Hammond, Indiana, United States North Oaks Medical Center Full time
Job Title: Infection Prevention Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled Infection Prevention Specialist to join our team at North Oaks Medical Center.

Job Summary:

The Infection Prevention Specialist will be responsible for implementing and maintaining effective infection prevention and control practices throughout the hospital. This includes conducting surveillance of patient areas, investigating and reporting surveillance issues, and providing education to staff on infection prevention practices.

Responsibilities:
  • Rounding in all patient areas daily to identify potential infection control issues
  • Daily surveillance of all positive cultures using NHSN definitions
  • Investigating and reporting surveillance issues not meeting standards on a daily basis
  • Surveillance of all isolation patients daily
  • Investigating, tabulating, and reporting all hospital-associated infection data a minimum of monthly
  • Entering infection prevention events into the NHSN
  • Reporting to the Office of Public Health in accordance with Louisiana Sanitary Code
  • Providing infection prevention education on a daily basis when needed
  • Participating in general and nursing staff meetings
  • Assisting Environmental Services with all needs as required
  • Communicating and assisting the Employee Wellness Department as needed
  • Serving as a consultant for the medical staff, nursing, patients, and visitors
Requirements:
  • Registered Nurse - Two years of experience in some area of Infection Prevention is preferred but not required
  • Two years of clinical experience required
  • Knowledge of the CDC guidelines, APIC practices and principles, and the JCAHO standards as well as state and local public health regulations
Physical Demands:

The physical demands of this position are minimal. Knowledge of computer is required.

Work Environment:

This position is located at North Oaks Medical Center and requires frequent walking and standing.



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