Infection Preventionist

Encompass Health Corporation; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Encompass Health Corporation is seeking an Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator in the United States (Arkansas). The role leads the hospital's infection control program and employee health initiatives, working with the care teams to prevent infections and ensure patient safety.

The position directs surveillance, policy development, and compliance, with opportunities to advance in a nationwide inpatient rehabilitation leader. Equal opportunity employer embracing diversity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or health-related field is preferred.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.
• CPR certification (ACLS preferred) and current health-related licensure or certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct the infection control program and employee health processes.
• Monitor and analyze infection data to identify trends and risk factors.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA, and state/federal guidelines.
• Develop and implement hospital infection prevention policies.
• Conduct surveillance and reporting of hospital-acquired infections.
• Maintain employee health records and conduct wellness programs.
• Oversee new hire employee health processes.

Job description

Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator Career Opportunity

Are you a healthcare professional deeply committed to patient safety? Join Encompass Health, the nation's largest inpatient rehabilitation provider, as an Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator, where your expertise will help ensure our patients receive the highest standards of care. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead efforts to prevent and control infections, collaborating closely with the healthcare team to implement and monitor infection prevention practices. Beyond a job, this is an opportunity to build a fulfilling career close to home and close to your heart. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients and ready to play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of care, join us in this impactful position contributing to the health and safety of individuals within your community.

Recognized for your Skills

Are you a healthcare professional deeply committed to patient safety? Join Encompass Health, the nation's largest inpatient rehabilitation provider, as an Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator, where your expertise will help ensure our patients receive the highest standards of care. In this pivotal role, you will spearhead efforts to prevent and control infections, collaborating closely with the healthcare team to implement and monitor infection prevention practices. Beyond a job, this is an opportunity to build a fulfilling career close to home and close to your heart. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of rehabilitation patients and ready to play a key role in maintaining the highest standards of care, join us in this impactful position contributing to the health and safety of individuals within your community.

A Glimpse into Our World

At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Working with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients. Our achievements include being named one of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.

Starting Perks and Benefits

At Encompass Health, we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and caring environment where you can thrive. From day one, you will have access to:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans for both full-time and part-time employees and their families.
• Generous paid time off that accrues over time.
• Opportunities for tuition reimbursement and continuous education.
• Company-matching 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
• A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!

Be the Infection Preventionist / Employee Health Coordinator you always wanted to be

• Direct the managerial functions of our Infection Control Program.
• Assure compliance with CMS, TJC, CDC, OSHA, and other federal and state standards and guidelines.
• Analyze hospital infection data to identify trends, clusters, risk factors and variances.
• Manage hospital policies consistent with applicable infection control guidelines and standards.
• Perform surveillance, analysis, and reporting of hospital-acquired infections.
• Maintains all appropriate employee health records and develops policies.
• Conducts in-service programs related to employee wellness.
• Manages new hire employee health process.

Qualifications

• License or Certification:
  • CPR certification (ACLS preferred); Basic Life Support (CPR) instructor certification preferred.
  • Current license or certification applicable to health-related field.
• Education and Experience:
  • Completed post-secondary education in a health-related field including but not limited to medicine, nursing, laboratory technology, public health, or biology.
• Demonstrated knowledge or job experience in Workers' Compensation law and OSHA regulations.
• Training in infection control and/or epidemiology.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing preferred.
• Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) preferred.
• 1 year experience in a clinical setting in field of practice.
• If Registered Nurse, CRRN certification preferred.
• Experience in hospital infection control practice preferred.

The Encompass Health Way

We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!

At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.