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Infection Control Nurse Coordinator

2 months ago

Laurel, Mississippi, United States South Central Health System Full time
Overview

The Infection Control Nurse Coordinator is a Registered Nurse who possesses the necessary qualifications through education, training, experience, or certification in the field of infection prevention and control. This role is pivotal in monitoring laboratory cultures to identify, isolate, and mitigate hospital-acquired infections. The Infection Control Nurse Coordinator works in collaboration with the Quality Director, Medical Staff, and clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes and safeguard healthcare personnel from occupational exposures. This position is recognized by the governing body as the designated infection control nurse responsible for overseeing infection prevention and control initiatives. The coordinator reports directly to the hospital's Quality Director and supervises the Infection Control RN role.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Professional Duties:
  • Complies with regulatory standards and hospital policies.
  • Maintains up-to-date professional and technical knowledge while seeking opportunities for professional development.
  • Acts as a positive role model for healthcare staff.
  • Ensures the confidentiality and security of protected health information.
  • Contributes to a safe and supportive work environment that fosters teamwork.
  • Embodies the mission, vision, and performance standards of South Central Health System.
  1. Core Responsibilities:
  • Coordinates infection prevention and control initiatives aimed at reducing hospital-acquired infections and preventing staff exposure to infectious diseases. Oversees the Tuberculosis Screening and Employee Vaccination program.
  • Responsible for developing and implementing infection surveillance, prevention, and control policies, isolation protocols, and the Infection Prevention Control Program plan, including risk assessments and exposure control strategies.
  • Conducts annual risk assessments based on surveillance data and findings as outlined in the IPCP plan.
  • Coordinates the review of laboratory reports related to C. difficile, MRSA, CAUTI, CLABSI, and SSI for data collection and monitoring, ensuring timely communication of this information to clinical leaders and reporting to the Quality Council.
  • In partnership with the Quality Director and Infection Control RN, conducts rounds on inpatient units to monitor isolation practices, device counts, and compliance with infection prevention standards.
  • Responsible for chart abstraction or delegation of chart abstraction for hospital-acquired infections and reportable diseases, with data reporting to the CDC's National Health Safety Network portal. Serves as the facility administrator for NHSN.
  • Stays informed on CDC, APIC, NHSN, and DNV standards and regulations, as well as evidence-based practices related to the control and treatment of infectious diseases.
  • Analyzes internal data on hospital-acquired infections and evaluates the effectiveness of various prevention strategies for performance improvement.
  • Investigates potential outbreaks and formulates response strategies to prevent further spread, reporting findings to the appropriate health department.
  • Acts as a resource for Medical Staff, hospital personnel, and Administration regarding infectious diseases.
  • Provides competency-based training and education to hospital staff, medical staff, and contract personnel upon hire and annually on practical applications of infection prevention and control principles.
  • Collaborates closely with department leaders to maintain a sanitary physical environment throughout the hospital.
  • Communicates and collaborates with the antibiotic stewardship program.
  • Leads the interdisciplinary Infection Control Committee, creating reporting plans, meeting schedules, and agendas, while supporting committee members responsible for all aspects of infection control.
  • Participates in community initiatives to educate the public about infection prevention and control.
  • Assists in evaluating and selecting products related to cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization of the environment and equipment.
  • Supports employee health activities and may travel offsite to assist with administering employee vaccinations.
  1. Essential Skills and Competencies:
Membership in the local APIC chapter is encouraged.

Knowledge of Infection Control and Employee Health program regulations.

Proficient in computer applications including word processing, Excel, PowerPoint, and web-based research.

Ability to read and comprehend written instructions, interpret medical orders, and correspondence.

Effectively navigates the Electronic Health Record to obtain infection-related information.

Demonstrates the ability to prioritize, organize, and execute work assignments independently and efficiently, showing self-direction and flexibility.

Possesses professional knowledge of healthcare services and complex hospital processes.

Works well both in teams and independently.
  1. Minimum Qualifications: Active RN license in Mississippi, with a nursing or related professional healthcare degree. Certification in Infection Control is preferred but can be obtained after a specified period in the role. Access to CDC's NHSN is required, which can be obtained post-hire. Tuberculosis skin testing certification and BLS certification are mandatory. Performance of employee drug screening may be required when classes are available. Must be able to read, write, and understand verbal and written communication.
  2. Interaction Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to provide instructions and education.
  3. Physical Demands:
During a typical shift, the incumbent will:

Occasionally (1-33%):

Frequently (34-67%):

Continuously:

Climbing stairs

Walking

Visual acuity

Standing

Reaching

Listening

Lifting

Carrying

Simple grasping

Squatting

Color distinction

Sitting

Bending

Forearm rotation

Kneeling

Firm grasping

Exposure to hazardous materials

Lifting 10-50 lbs

Lifting over 50 lbs with assistance

Carrying 10 to 20 lbs

Pushing on wheels

Pulling up to 350 lbs with assistance

Using computer carts

Lifting up to 10 lbs

Carrying up to 10 lbs

Pushing on wheels up to 200 lbs

Using wheelchairs

Using stretchers

Using carts

Using Dynamap (1 lb)
  1. Exposure Classifications: Moderate exposure risk.