Adon and Infection Preventionist

Hampton Management; Deptford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Deptford Center in Deptford, NJ is seeking an Infection Preventionist to ensure the cleanliness and safety of facilities and educate staff on infection control practices. You will develop and implement infection prevention programs, conduct surveillance, identify risks, and train the team to uphold high standards of patient care.

Ideal candidates hold a Nursing or Public Health degree with at least 2 years' experience in infection prevention, strong knowledge of guidelines, and excellent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Infection Prevention, infectious disease, or related field.
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control principles, guidelines, and regulations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to educate and train staff.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveillance and monitoring of infections, identifying trends and patterns to develop targeted interventions.
• Develop and implement infection prevention and control programs, protocols, and procedures.
• Conduct hazard assessments and identify potential infection risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Educate and train staff on infection control practices, including proper hand hygiene, sterilization, and disinfection techniques.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement infection control policies and procedures.
• Monitor and track infection rates, evaluating the effectiveness of infection control measures.
• Develop and maintain infection control records and reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Staff training

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, or related field

Job description

Infection Preventionist

Job Title: Infection Preventionist

Job Location: Deptford, NJ

Company Name: Deptford Center

Company Slogan: "Heart. Health. Home."

Organization Name: Centers Health Care

At Deptford Center, we are committed to providing high-quality care and services to our patients, and we're seeking a dedicated and skilled Infection Preventionist to join our team!

Summary:

As an Infection Preventionist, you will play a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness and safety of our facilities, as well as educating our staff on infection control practices. You will work closely with our healthcare team to develop and implement infection prevention and control programs, conducting surveillance and monitoring, identifying and addressing infection risks, and training staff on proper procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct surveillance and monitoring of infections, identifying trends and patterns to develop targeted interventions

• Develop and implement infection prevention and control programs, protocols, and procedures

• Conduct hazard assessments and identify potential infection risks, developing and implementing mitigation strategies

• Educate and train staff on infection control practices, including proper hand hygiene, sterilization, and disinfection techniques

• Collaborate with healthcare team to develop and implement infection control policies and procedures

• Monitor and track infection rates, evaluating the effectiveness of infection control measures

• Develop and maintain infection control records and reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Public Health, or related field (or equivalent experience)

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Infection Prevention, infectious disease, or related field

• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and control principles, guidelines, and regulations

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to educate and train staff

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V

Benefits: [n/a]

Job Type: FULL_TIME

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