Infection Prevention & Control Specialist

University of Maryland Medical System; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a specialist to oversee HAI infection surveillance and prevention. You will investigate sources, coordinate activities, educate staff, and maintain infection control policies.

You will compile data and report infections within the institution to drive safety improvements. You will review culture results, perform prevalence rounds, and prepare data for NHSN reporting to state authorities as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• Two years of clinical experience as an RN or microbiology experience with related advanced degree is required.
• Maryland RN licensure or Medical Technologist certification may be required if used to satisfy experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HAI infection surveillance and investigate sources of suspected infections.
• Plan, coordinate infection prevention activities and provide staff education.
• Prepare reports on infection rates and present findings to committees and leadership.
• Identify trends, communicate with units and external facilities as needed; follow up on issues.

Skills

Infection prevention & control

Data reporting

Team collaboration

Education

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

Master's degree

Tools

NHSN database

Job description

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a specialist to oversee HAI infection surveillance and prevention. You will investigate sources, coordinate activities, educate staff, and maintain infection control policies.

You will compile data and report infections within the institution to drive safety improvements. You will review culture results, perform prevalence rounds, and prepare data for NHSN reporting to state authorities as required.