Infection Prevention Specialist | Hospital Epidemiology

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance (eligible)

Job summary

Duke University Health System is seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist for Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The role focuses on surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and education to maintain high safety standards.

Responsibilities include interpreting data, guiding performance improvement, and collaborating with clinical staff to implement best practices and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Nursing, Biology, Microbiology, Medical Technology, Epidemiology, or MPH is required.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in acute care hospital; infection prevention experience preferred.
• RN licensure in state or equivalent; CIC within 3 years if not certified.

Responsibilities

• Perform surveillance to identify healthcare-associated infections and adverse outcomes.
• Educate employees about infection prevention and develop system policies.
• Collaborate with committees and staff to ensure compliance with guidelines and regulations.

Skills

Infection prevention

Communication

Education programs

Regulatory knowledge

Biostatistics

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor degree in Nursing, Biology, Microbiology, Medical Technology, Epidemiology, or MPH

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Duke University Health System is seeking an Infection Prevention Specialist for Duke University Hospital in Durham, NC. The role focuses on surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and education to maintain high safety standards.

Responsibilities include interpreting data, guiding performance improvement, and collaborating with clinical staff to implement best practices and regulatory compliance.