Infection Preventionist: Drive Patient Safety & Data Insights

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. seeks an Infection Preventionist to lead surveillance, investigation and data interpretation to improve patient outcomes across hospital settings.

The role requires a nursing or healthcare-related bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in nursing or acute care; 3+ years in infection prevention strongly preferred. Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is expected, and BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Healthcare related field required.
• 3+ years of Infection Preventionist experience highly preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in nursing or acute care setting is acceptable in lieu of minimum education.

Responsibilities

• Lead infection prevention and control activities, including surveillance, investigation and data interpretation.
• Provide consultation and education to hospital staff to improve patient outcomes across clinical areas.
• Serve as Infection Prevention Officer and support the Hospital Infection Prevention Program.

Skills

Infection prevention

Nursing background

Healthcare operations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Healthcare related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Wellstar Health Systems, Inc. seeks an Infection Preventionist to lead surveillance, investigation and data interpretation to improve patient outcomes across hospital settings.

The role requires a nursing or healthcare-related bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in nursing or acute care; 3+ years in infection prevention strongly preferred. Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is expected, and BLS certification is required.