Infection Preventionist, Full Time Days

Cape Fear Valley Health; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health seeks an experienced infection prevention professional to lead and advance the hospital's infection control program in Fayetteville, NC. You will develop surveillance, education, and policy initiatives to prevent disease transmission and ensure patient safety across departments.

The role requires CIC or commitment to certification, a related bachelor's degree, and several years in healthcare with infection prevention experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, medical technology, microbiology, epidemiology, public health, or related field.
• CIC certification within 2 years of hire.
• 3 years of healthcare experience; 1 year infection control preferred.
• Current North Carolina professional license, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Develops and presents Infection Control in-service education across departments.
• Develops, monitors, and revises Infection Prevention and Control program goals and policies.
• Coordinates multidisciplinary efforts to improve infection control services.
• Evaluates patient care environments for infection control practices and hazards.
• Conducts ongoing infection surveillance per CDC definitions.
• Reports communicable diseases and lab data to county health departments.
• Participates in on-call rotations with Infection Preventionists.

Skills

Analytical ability

Information literacy

Confidentiality

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

North Carolina license

Job description

Summary

Responsible for the facility infection prevention and control program, which is designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.

Relocation Assistance Available!

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Infection Control

Job Family

Professional

Work Shift

Days (United States of America)

Major Job Functions

• Assesses the need for, develops and presents Infection Control in-service education for functional client departments, general orientation, annual review, medical staff and as needed
• Assists with development, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and revision of Infection Prevention and Control Program goals, standards, policies and procedures
• Coordinates multi-disciplinary and interdepartmental efforts to improve performance of infection prevention/control programs and services
• Evaluates patient care environments and facility services for infection control practices and hazards as needed
• Conducts ongoing surveillance of infections as defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention by reviewing microbiology laboratory results, medical records, and consultation with staff
• Report communicable diseases and supporting laboratory data not previously reported (by other persons or departments in the hospital) to county health departments
• Monitors microbiology reports for clustering of organisms, unusual pathogens or infections that require special precautions or notification to public health authorities
• Participates in On-call task assignment with the Infection Preventionists, answering calls and pages during the days, nights, weekends and holidays during scheduled rotation
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education And Formal Training

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, medical technology, microbiology, epidemiology, public health, or other related field required
• Coursework in biostatistics, biology, microbiology, and public health preferred
• Current North Carolina professional license required, if applicable
• Must achieve CIC certification within 2 years of hire

Work Experience

• 3 years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting or similar required
• 1 year of infection control experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Ability to conduct analysis and formulate conclusions
• Ability to demonstrate literacy in using computerized information systems
• Ability to foster effective working relationships and build consensus
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to use judgment and make sound decisions
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization

Physical Requirements

• Ability to see, hear, read
• Manual ability to use telephones, video equipment and computer keyboard
• Ability to move throughout all departments of the Medical Center
• Effectively communicate orally to patients, family members, personnel, and physicians
• Position may involve exposure to skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials

Required Licenses And Certifications

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity