Infection Control Specialist: Data-Driven Prevention

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational and career development options

Staff Safety wearable badge

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Clovis, NM seeks an Infection Control Specialist who will play an essential role in enhancing patient safety through infection prevention initiatives. The ideal candidate will utilize their expertise in surveillance, data analysis, and strategic interventions to uphold high-quality patient care.

This full-time position emphasizes collaboration with healthcare teams and compliance with infection prevention standards. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, along with relevant experience in infection prevention or public health.

Qualifications

• Experience in infection prevention or public health preferred.
• Current clinical licensure (e.g., RN, MLS) preferred based on role requirements.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing surveillance to identify and reduce healthcare-associated infections.
• Collect, analyze, and report infection control data.
• Develop and evaluate infection prevention strategies.

Skills

Infection surveillance

Data analysis

Infection prevention strategies

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Education

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

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Clovis, NM seeks an Infection Control Specialist who will play an essential role in enhancing patient safety through infection prevention initiatives. The ideal candidate will utilize their expertise in surveillance, data analysis, and strategic interventions to uphold high-quality patient care.

This full-time position emphasizes collaboration with healthcare teams and compliance with infection prevention standards. A bachelor's degree in a related field is preferred, along with relevant experience in infection prevention or public health.