Infection Prevention Coordinator RN (Full Time, Evening)

NorthBay Health; Fairfield (CA); On-site; USD 112,770 - 137,208; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit health system in California is seeking an Infection Prevention Coordinator to collaborate and provide infection control expertise. The role includes responsibilities like monitoring infection processes, submitting reports, and autonomous problem resolution. Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in nursing, California RN licensure, and strong background in infection prevention, ideally with 5 years of acute care experience. Join us to contribute to collaborative healthcare in our expanding regional system.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of acute care preferred.
• 2 years of experience in infection prevention/control/community/public health/employee health strongly preferred.
• Current RN licensure in the State of CA is required.
• Infection Control Certification (CIC) strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in all aspects of the Infection Prevention Program including surveillance, monitoring, prevention, and education.
• Submits reports and reviews in a complete and timely manner.
• Collaborate and communicate with all teams.

Skills

Excellent oral, written communication

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook

Knowledge of infection prevention and epidemiology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

At NorthBay Health, the Infection Prevention Coordinator (IPC) is a professional who works independently and collaboratively with the Infection Prevention Manager (IPM) and the Medical Director of Infectious Disease Medicine / Hospital Epidemiology to provide service line support to NorthBay Health. Acts as a consultant and resource for all departments, administration, medical staff, clinics, and hospital teams related to Infection Prevention. As an infection prevention expert this position will serve as an infection control resource, in partnership with the IP Manager and the Epidemiologist/Medical Director of Infectious Disease, according to the regulatory partners to include but not limited to CDPH, SCPH, SCMS, Cal-OSHA, and TJC standards. Ensures that projects and activities of the hospital are in accordance with the Infection Prevention Plan, TJC Regulations, Title XXII, Title XVII, and Hospital Policy. Participates in all aspects of the Infection Prevention Program including surveillance, monitoring, prevention, and education on infection prevention processes at NorthBay Health facilities. Submits reports and reviews in a complete, final and timely manner. Ability to recognize when to escalate problems to the IPM but otherwise uses excellent judgment in addressing and managing daily issues as they arise. The IPC is able to work autonomously utilizing a high level of initiative, judgment and critical thinking skills to collaborate and communicate with all teams.

Responsibilities

Participates in all aspects of the Infection Prevention Program including surveillance, monitoring, prevention, and education on infection prevention processes at NorthBay Health facilities. Submits reports and reviews in a complete, final and timely manner. Ability to recognize when to escalate problems to the IPM but otherwise uses excellent judgment in addressing and managing daily issues as they arise. The IPC is able to work autonomously utilizing a high level of initiative, judgment and critical thinking skills to collaborate and communicate with all teams.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Licensure/Certification

• Current RN licensure in the State of CA.
• Infection Control Certification (CIC) strongly preferred, or must obtain within 3 years of hire date.
• Ability to travel between facility and work sites with access to an operating vehicle with at least minimal coverage auto insurance.
• Current driver’s license.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of acute care preferred and 2 years of experience working in infection prevention/control/community/public health/employee health experience strongly preferred.

Skills

• Excellent oral, written, communication, leadership, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to lead and coach teams and mentor individuals.
• Must be well organized, be able to set priorities, work independently and be an effective team member.
• P roficient with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of infection prevention and epidemiology, TJC, Cal-OSHA, CMS standards.
• Course completion of APIC EPI 101 strongly recommended.

Interpersonal Skills

• Demonstrates the True North values. The True North values are a set of value-based behaviors that are to be consistently demonstrated and role modeled by all employees that work at NorthBay Health. The True North values principles consist of Nurture/Care, Own It, Respect Relationships, Build Trust and Hardwire Excellence.

Compensation

• Hourly Salary Range Min $81.86 - Max $99.60 (Offered hourly rate based on years of experience)

About Us

At NorthBay Health, we are guided by our values: Nurturing Care; Own It; Respect; Build Trust; and Hardwire Excellence. These principles lead us to our TRUE NORTH and inspire us to provide exceptional care. These values serve as the foundation of everything we do, guiding us to deliver individualized care with integrity and accountability. We are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, where every team member is valued and empowered to contribute their best to the health and well-being of those we serve. This is an exciting time to join NorthBay Health. As an independent, nonprofit health system north of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the Napa/Solano Region, we are expanding our footprint across Solano, Yolo, and Napa counties to meet the evolving needs of our communities. With two acute-care hospitals—including a Level II Trauma Center and a modern maternity unit with a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)—along with a comprehensive cancer center, multiple urgent care facilities, and a growing network of primary and specialty clinics, we are investing in the future of care across the region. NorthBay Health we are home to advanced clinical programs and nationally recognized cardiovascular, neuroscience, and orthopedic services, as well as comprehensive surgical and outpatient specialties. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our Magnet with Distinction designation for nursing (one of only 12 organizations nationwide) and recognition from U.S. News & World Report as “High Performing” in multiple clinical areas, including maternity care, heart failure, and stroke. NorthBay Medical Center has earned the High Performing designation in maternity care for four consecutive years. If you are seeking meaningful work, collaborative teams, and the opportunity to help shape the future of healthcare in Northern California, you will find it at NorthBay Health. Join us with our commitment to excellence, to achieve our vision to be the trusted healthcare partner of choice for the communities we serve. To learn more about NorthBay Health's benefits, diversity statement and community please visit https://www.northbay.org/careers/