Infection Preventionist II

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Children's Hospital, Inc. seeks a seasoned infection prevention leader to coordinate its comprehensive surveillance, prevention and control program. You will analyze data, investigate outbreaks and guide policy implementation across the organization.

Responsibilities include developing education programs, collaborating with PI committees, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have CIC certification, 3+ years clinical experience, and 2+ years in infection prevention.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in nursing, microbiology, public health, medical technology or related field required.
• Master's degree in Nursing/Public Health preferred.
• CIC certification from CBIC required.
• 3 years of clinical/patient care experience plus 2 years in Infection Prevention required.
• Strong communication and collaboration across departments and committees.

Responsibilities

• Oversee infection surveillance, prevention and control program development and evaluation.
• Conduct surveillance, outbreak investigations and data interpretation.
• Communicate findings to committees and healthcare workers; develop policies and protocols.
• Lead education and training initiatives for staff on infection prevention.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Oral communication

Written communication

Collaboration

Change management

Autonomous

Mentorship

Education

B.S. degree in nursing, microbiology, public health, medical technology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Coordinates comprehensive organization-wide infection surveillance, prevention and control program in accordance with current requirements of regulatory, government and accrediting/licensing agencies and organizational policies and procedures. Duties include surveillance for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs); collection, analysis, interpretation and reporting of surveillance data; outbreak investigation; and program evaluation.

Position Duties

Program Development and Evaluation

• Participates in the development of the plan for infection surveillance, prevention and control activities based on the facility risk assessment.
• Utilize epidemiologic principles to conduct surveillance and ability to independently initiate a risk assessment with pertinent issues identified for further improvement.
• Evaluate and modify the surveillance plan, as necessary.
• Develop, interpret and assist with implementation of infection prevention and control policies and protocols.
• Prepare and communicate infection prevention and control information and data to various committees and healthcare workers across the organization as assigned.

Performance Improvement

• Utilize PI methodology as a means of enacting change.
• Define the scope of the project and select appropriate PI tools to aid in efficiency, reliability, effectiveness and ensure sustainability of the initiative.
• Ensure that customer needs and expectations are considered in the development of and continuous improvement of processes, products, and services.
• Monitor and analyze process and outcome measures to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability.
• Participate and provides subject matter expertise in PI committees, teams and initiatives as indicated.
• Round, daily or monthly, depending on needs per Unit/Department.

Design and Deliver Education

• Assess and address learning needs of those served.
• Create educational goals, objectives, and strategies using learning principles and available educational tools and technology.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of educational programs and learner outcomes.

Performance Standards

• 1. Professional Accountability
  • Pursue professional growth and development of required knowledge and skills.
  • Maintain certification and licensure requirements.
  • Establish at least 1 professional goal per year.
  • Advocate for patient safety, health worker safety, and safe practices.
  • Participate in an infection prevention and control professional organization/association (i.e.: APIC).
• 2. Collaboration
  • Consult and collaborate, as needed, with local, state, and federal public health officials, and community health organizations.
  • Involve multidisciplinary teams to ensure changes are vetted by all stakeholder groups.
• 3. Leadership
  • Utilize principles of influence, leadership and change management.
  • Bring enthusiasm, creativity and innovation to practice.
  • Work collaboratively with others, providing direction when necessary.
  • Readily share knowledge and expertise.
  • Contribute to the development of less-experienced healthcare providers through education and mentorship.
  • Prepare and deliver infection prevention presentations to external groups.
• 4. Research and Implementation Science
  • Evaluate (critically) research and evidence-based practices and incorporate appropriate findings into routine practice.
  • Integrate evidence-based practices into policies, guidelines, protocols and educational strategies.
  • Identify barriers for implementation and develop strategies to minimize or remove barriers.
  • Implement strategies to sustain efforts such as audit tools and meaningful feedback.

Regulatory Requirements

• Comply with regulatory and mandatory reporting requirements at the local, state and federal levels.
• Facilitate compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Stay current on infection prevention and control regulatory and accreditation standards.

Miscellaneous

• Performs miscellaneous job related duties as requested.

Phoenix Children's Mission, Vision, & Values

Mission

To advance hope, healing and the best healthcare for children and their families

Vision

Phoenix Children's will be the leading pediatric health system in the Southwest, nationally recognized for exceptional care, innovative research and advanced medical education.

We realize this vision by:

• Offering the most comprehensive care across ages, communities and specialties
• Investing in innovative research, including emerging treatments, tools and technologies
• Advancing education and training to shape the next generation of clinical leaders
• Advocating for the health and well-being of children and families

Values

• We place children and families at the center of all we do
• We deliver exceptional care, every day and in every way
• We collaborate with colleagues, partners and communities to amplify our impact
• We set the standards of pediatric healthcare today, and innovate for the future
• We are accountable for making the highest quality care accessible and affordable

Position Qualifications

Please review the following qualifications and specify whether you meet each of the requirements listed.

Education

• 1. B.S. Degree in Nursing, Microbiology, Public Health, Medical Technology, or related field required. Related license or certification. Required
• 2. Masters in Nursing, Public Health, or related field preferred. Related license or certification. Preferred

Experience

• 1. 3 years of experience in clinical/patient care services or relevant health care position, plus Required
• 2. 2 years minimum experience working in Infection Prevention Required

Special Skills

• 1. Proficiency and strength in analytical skills, problem solving with strong oral and written communication skills and collaboration inter and intra departmentally Required
• 2. Displays the ability to implement evidence-based guidelines, and deal with conflict and management of change. Required
• 3. Self motivated, autonomous, detail oriented and organized approach to daily and routine work. Required
• 4. Expertise in data collection and analysis, report writing, and data presentation to staff , management and leadership. Required
• 5. Familiar with software technologies, excel and other office products to support presentations, data analysis and reporting. Required
• 6. Knowledge and experience in areas of patient care practices, microbiology, asepsis, cleaning, disinfection and sterilization, adult education, infectious diseases, epidemiology, statistics, communication and program administration. Required
• 7. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Required

Additional Requirements

• 1. CIC certification from the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) Required

Physical Requirements & Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential

• 1. Physical Requirement - Climbing - Occasionally
• 2. Physical Requirement - Feeling (sensing textures and temperatures) - Frequently
• 3. Physical Requirement - Fine Motor Skills (pinching, gripping, etc) - Constantly
• 4. Physical Requirement - Hearing - Constantly
• 5. Physical Requirement - Pushing/pulling - Occasionally
• 6. Physical Requirement - Reaching - Occasionally
• 7. Physical Requirement - Sitting - Frequently
• 8. Physical Requirement - Standing - Frequently
• 9. Physical Requirement - Stooping/crouching/kneeling/crawling - Occasionally
• 10. Physical Requirement - Talking - Constantly
• 11. Physical Requirement - Tasting/smelling - Constantly
• 12. Physical Requirement - Walking - Constantly
• 13. Physical Requirement - Near Vision - Constantly
• 14. Physical Requirement - Far Vision - Constantly
• 15. Physical Requirement - Color Discrimination - Constantly
• 16. Physical Requirement - Use of keyboard, mouse and/or computer equipment - Constantly
• 17. Physical Requirement - Lift up to 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• 18. Physical Requirement - Lift more than 35 pounds without assistance - Occasionally
• 19. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Inside office environment - Applicable
• 20. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Outdoor weather conditions - Applicable
• 21. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme temperatures - Applicable
• 22. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Confined areas - Applicable
• 23. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - High places - Applicable
• 24. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Extreme noise levels - Applicable
• 25. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Airborne communicable diseases - Applicable
• 26. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Bloodborne pathogens or bodily fluid - Applicable
• 27. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Fumes or airborne particles - Applicable
• 28. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Hazardous materials exposure - Applicable
• 29. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Radiation exposure - Applicable
• 30. Occupational Exposure/Risk Potential - Toxic or caustic chemicals - Applicable

I have reviewed the qualifications, physical requirementsand occupational exposure/risk potential for this position and wish to apply I Agree