Infection Prevention RN: Hospital Epidemiology & Compliance

Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation; Arizona; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation is seeking an Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse to lead infection surveillance, analysis, and reporting within our hospital. The role involves educating staff and developing policies to ensure infection control standards meet Joint Commission, OSHA, CDC, and state requirements.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Nursing, an active RN license, at least two years in infection prevention, and CIC certification within one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing.
• At least two years of infection control experience in healthcare.
• Current, full, and unrestricted nursing license in the U.S. or U.S. territory.
• CIC certification must be obtained within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular assessments of the facility to identify and mitigate potential infection risks.
• Train staff on proper infection control techniques and protocols.
• Monitor and report on the incidence and trends of infections.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement infection control programs.
• Maintain compliance with national standards (TJC, CDC, OSHA, CMS).

Skills

Infection control

Hospital epidemiology

Analytical skills

Staff education

Communication skills

Data reporting

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation is seeking an Infection Preventionist Registered Nurse to lead infection surveillance, analysis, and reporting within our hospital. The role involves educating staff and developing policies to ensure infection control standards meet Joint Commission, OSHA, CDC, and state requirements.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Nursing, an active RN license, at least two years in infection prevention, and CIC certification within one year.