Infection Preventionist — Clinical Quality Leader

Sentara Health; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401k/403b with employer match

Paid Time Off

On-call incentives

Job summary

Sentara Leigh Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA is hiring a Clinical Infection Preventionist to lead site-specific infection prevention initiatives, support surveillance activities, and ensure state and federal regulatory standards are met.

This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree (nursing, epidemiology, or related field) with CIC preferred and at least two years in healthcare; CIC within one year of eligibility is expected.

Qualifications

• Two years in healthcare experience; infection prevention and control knowledge preferred.
• CIC certification preferred; if not held, must be obtained within one year of eligibility.
• Experience with surveillance, quality improvement, and regulatory initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor site-specific infection prevention programs.
• Lead surveillance activities and support system-wide initiatives.
• Provide rounding, staff education, and training on evidence-based best practices.

Skills

Infection prevention

Infection control

Surveillance

Staff education

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree (nursing / epidemiology / microbiology / related field)

Job description

Sentara Leigh Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA is hiring a Clinical Infection Preventionist to lead site-specific infection prevention initiatives, support surveillance activities, and ensure state and federal regulatory standards are met.

This full-time role requires a Bachelor's degree (nursing, epidemiology, or related field) with CIC preferred and at least two years in healthcare; CIC within one year of eligibility is expected.