Infection Prevention Nurse: Impactful Epidemiology

Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation; Arizona; Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 115.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation is seeking an Infection Preventionist RN to lead hospital epidemiology efforts, surveillance, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections. The role includes educating staff and developing policies to meet Joint Commission, OSHA, and CDC requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, an active nursing license, BLS, and CIC certification within one year of employment.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing is required.
• RN license to practice in any US state, Puerto Rico, or US territory.
• BLS certification required; CIC certification must be obtained within 1 year of employment.

Aufgaben

• Conduct regular assessments to identify infection risks.
• Train staff on infection control techniques and protocols.
• Monitor and report incidence and trends of infections.
• Investigate infection reports and respond appropriately.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to implement infection control programs.
• Stay updated with current infection control practices and regulations.
• Provide guidance to patients and families on infection control measures.

Kenntnisse

Infection control

Data analysis

Staff education

Written and verbal communication

Leadership

Ethical standards

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Tools

Jobbeschreibung

Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation is seeking an Infection Preventionist RN to lead hospital epidemiology efforts, surveillance, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections. The role includes educating staff and developing policies to meet Joint Commission, OSHA, and CDC requirements.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, an active nursing license, BLS, and CIC certification within one year of employment.