Infection Prevention Expert & Compliance Leader

LE117 Monroe Health Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist to plan, implement, and maintain infection prevention programs across NMHS facilities. The role ensures regulatory compliance, conducts data analysis, and provides education to staff and leadership.

The incumbent will collaborate with Medical Directors, IC committees, and Employee Health to reduce healthcare-associated infections and promote system-wide best practices.

Qualifications

• APIC course required within 1 year of employment.
• Strong teaching skills required.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Excellent written and oral communications.
• Knowledge of financial aspects of clinic and payment reimbursements related to healthcare infections.

Responsibilities

• Plans and executes surveillance and infection control activities based on data.
• Promotes infection prevention operations across NMHS facilities.
• Leads and mentors staff in infection prevention.
• Coordinates with IC committee and departments for compliance and education.

Skills

APIC course

Teaching skills

Computer skills

Written and oral communication

Data analysis

Collaboration

Leadership/mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data analysis software

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist to plan, implement, and maintain infection prevention programs across NMHS facilities. The role ensures regulatory compliance, conducts data analysis, and provides education to staff and leadership.

The incumbent will collaborate with Medical Directors, IC committees, and Employee Health to reduce healthcare-associated infections and promote system-wide best practices.