Infection Preventionist II

UKH University of Kansas Hospital Authority; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking an Infection Preventionist II/III to collaborate across campuses, lead infection prevention strategies, and support performance improvement initiatives. The role requires CIC certification, advanced education, and extensive experience in infection control within healthcare settings.

Responsibilities include policy development, surveillance, outbreak management, education, and leadership in high-stakes situations, with a focus on patient safety

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a science or health related field from an accredited college or university.
• Bachelor's degree in a science or health related field from an accredited college or university.
• 7+ years of experience in a science or health related field.
• 5+ years of experience in infection control.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of educational materials on infection control and performance improvement.
• Provide consultation on infection risk assessment and prevention strategies.
• Coordinate hospital-wide infection prevention activities and surveillance.

Skills

Infection prevention

Healthcare quality

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in a science/health field

Bachelor's degree in a science/health field

Tools

NHSN

Job description

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Position Summary / Career Interest: The Infection Preventionist III works collaboratively with leaders, clinicians, and other healthcare workers from all campuses to identify, prioritize, and implement infection prevention and control strategies aimed to enhance the quality and safety of patient care and the work environment for its employees. The IP III serves as an infection prevention and control expert resource providing coaching and guidance for performance improvement, safety science, and other initiatives supporting a culture of continuous quality improvement to meet national best practice standards representative of the organization's vision to lead the nation in caring, healing, teaching and discovering. Portfolio responsibilities include: Divisional/Departmental support/consultation, CAUTI, CLABSI, C. diff, SSI, MDRO, HLD, SPD, outbreak management & response lead, education program, emerging infectious disease preparedness and others as assigned.

Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

• Must demonstrate excellence, independence in and meet all requirements for the Infection Preventionist II level
• Demonstrates excellence in the areas of critical thinking, interpersonal relationships, and technical skills
• Demonstrates expertise in, guidance, mentoring, and orientating of IP I & II staff
• Interacts in a courteous, professional manner with evidence of conflict resolution skills
• Demonstrates collaborative working relationships and works under the direction of the Infection Prevention and Control Nurse Manager
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of infection prevention and control practices, regulatory requirements, performance improvement, and project management
• Demonstrates excellence in independent leadership, critical thinking, problem solving, advanced analysis and strategic planning within the department
• Speaks up for infection control issues while weighing the need to prevent harm vs. the need to preserve relationships on units, at facility forums and amongst organizational leadership
• Develops policies, surveys, systems, reports, assessments, data presentation and other forms of documentation at the program level
• Is a recognized leader and champion of patient safety by peers and customers
• Is recognized by peers and leadership as having depth of expertise in a broad range of infection prevention topics (including guidelines/standards, patient environment and knowledge of recent literature)
• Independently leads development and delivery of educational materials and training workshops on infection control and performance improvement topics
• Proven leadership in high stake situations. Hospital wide emergencies/ major issues including humidity event, flood, outbreaks, exposure, regulatory visit, or hospital wide events, Provides clear written and/or verbal summaries and reports of infection control activities upon request of Infection Prevention and Control Manager, Medical Director, or other members of Hospital Leadership.
• Collects, analyzes, and interprets data to support the Infection Prevention and Control Surveillance Program Skilled at using NHSN (National Healthcare Safety Network) and may validate NHSN surveillance conducted by others
• Provides consultation on infection risk assessment, prevention, and control strategies Liaison with Occupational Health, KUPI, University, Safety Office, and Public Health to address issues related to infection control and bioterrorism.
• Guides measures related to infection outbreak identification, containment, and response.
• Involved in research projects including implementation, abstract submission, and/or manuscript preparation Ability to coordinate efforts to prepare or receive accreditation visits, including identify EOC issues and communicate to hospital leadership to effect change Active in professional associations or societies at the local and national levels
• Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.
• These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Required Education and Experience

• Master's Degree in a science or health related field (biology, chemistry, health sciences, nursing etc.) from an accredited college or university.
• Bachelors Degree in a science or health related field (biology, chemistry, health sciences, nursing etc.) from an accredited college or university.
• 7 or more years of experience in a science or health related field.
• 5 or more years of experience in infection control.

Required Licensure and Certification

• Certified in Infection Control (CIC) - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC)

Preferred Licensure and Certification

• Fellow of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (FAPIC).
• LEAN Certification, if not certified at time of hire, expected within 12 months of employment.

Time Type: Full time

Job Requisition ID: R-59183

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.

About The University of Kansas Health System As part of the region's premier academic medical center, The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class healthcare provider and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We are driven by our commitment to service, continuous improvement and to the highest degree of excellence. Collaboration between physicians, nurses, researchers, educators and other professionals who share their expertise leads to exciting discoveries and life-changing treatments for the people we serve.