Infection Prevention Specialist — Patient Safety Leader

Wilson Health; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to on-site clinic

Generous PTO from day one

Multiple health plan options (HDHP/PPO

HSA with employer contributions

Company-paid life insurance

Voluntary insurance options

Industry-leading retirement plan

Tuition assistance

On-site gym 24/7

Employee discount at Wilson Cafe

Job summary

Wilson Health in Sidney, OH is seeking an experienced Infection Prevention Specialist to lead our infection prevention program and promote a culture of safety across the organization.

You will direct hospital-wide infection prevention efforts, serve as a consultant to staff and leadership, and develop education for employees, physicians, and patients on prevention topics. Responsibilities include HAIs surveillance, NHSN reporting, and collaboration with local health departments.

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Ohio (BSN) or Master’s in Public Health, Microbiology, or related field.
• Minimum of one year of infection prevention, quality, or public health experience.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred; required within one year of hire.
• Strong analytical, communication, and data management skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate hospital-wide infection prevention efforts to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Consult staff, providers, and leadership on infection control best practices.
• Develop and deliver education for employees, physicians, and patients on infection prevention topics.
• Conduct surveillance and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and collaborate with local health departments as required.
• Oversee NHSN reporting, manage the annual flu vaccination program, and support Water Safety and Hand Hygiene programs.
• Participate in construction and renovation projects, ensuring infection control risk assessments are implemented.

Skills

Infection prevention

Healthcare quality

Regulatory compliance

Data management

Education delivery

Education

RN license in Ohio (BSN)

Master’s degree in Public Health/Microbiology/related field

Tools

NHSN

Microsoft Excel

EHR systems

Job description

Wilson Health in Sidney, OH is seeking an experienced Infection Prevention Specialist to lead our infection prevention program and promote a culture of safety across the organization.

You will direct hospital-wide infection prevention efforts, serve as a consultant to staff and leadership, and develop education for employees, physicians, and patients on prevention topics. Responsibilities include HAIs surveillance, NHSN reporting, and collaboration with local health departments.