Infection Prevention Specialist

1 week ago


Cape Girardeau, United States Mercy Full time

We’re a Little Different

 

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals – careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its “Top 100 Places to Work.”


Overview:

 

Under the direction of the Director of Quality, the Infection Prevention Specialist will participate in the implementation, review and support of the facility infection prevention plan.

 

The Infection Prevention Specialist will collaborate with leadership, coworkers and medical staff to develop, implement, improve, monitor, and champion processes related to key infection control strategies.

 

The Infection Prevention Specialist will perform duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

 

Qualifications:

  • Experience: 3+ years clinical healthcare related experience
  • Required Education: Bachelor’s of Science in clinical healthcare or health sciences related field (e.g. nursing, lab sciences, public health or related field)
  • Licensure/Registration: Current licensure or registration in related field as applicable
  • Other Skills and Knowledge:
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills
    • Proven leadership ability
    • Knowledge of complex hospital and healthcare systems, processes and quality/performance improvement
    • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills. Effective change agent.
    • Attention to detail and accuracy
    • Knowledge of the internet, evidence-based medicine, analytical skills and good clinical inquiry and investigational aptitude
    • Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
    • Strong public speaking skills and demonstrated ability in presenting to a variety of co-workers, including physicians, clinicians, administration, and support staff
    • Self-directed and able to perform independently with minimal oversight
    • Ability to travel throughout the hospital on a high frequency basis

We Offer Great Benefits:


Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period

 

We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.


At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.


What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?


Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

 

 

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