Infection Prevention Leader - Data-Driven Care

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist in Tupelo, MS. The role centers on planning, implementing, and sustaining infection prevention programs, data analysis, and educating staff to minimize healthcare-associated infections.

You will collaborate with multiple departments, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead infection prevention activities across NMHS facilities. A nursing degree and APIC coursework are preferred, with strong communication and teaching

Qualifications

• Completion of Basic and/or intermediate APIC course within 1 year of employment required.
• Strong teaching skills required.
• Strong computer skills required.
• Excellent written and oral communications required.
• Knowledge of financial aspects of healthcare related infections.

Responsibilities

• Plans and manages infection prevention surveillance and PI activities.
• Promotes and maintains infection prevention operations across NMHS facilities.
• Educates staff and partners on infection prevention practices and policies.
• Ensures compliance with TJC, OSHA, CDC guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Collaborates with departments and leadership to reduce HAIs and improve patient safety.

Skills

APIC course

Teaching

Computer skills

Communication

Collaboration

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist in Tupelo, MS. The role centers on planning, implementing, and sustaining infection prevention programs, data analysis, and educating staff to minimize healthcare-associated infections.

You will collaborate with multiple departments, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead infection prevention activities across NMHS facilities. A nursing degree and APIC coursework are preferred, with strong communication and teaching