Infection Preventionist: Lead Clinical Safety & Quality

Sentara; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Adoption Reimbursement

Fertility Reimbursement

Surrogacy Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Family Caregiver Leave

Emergency Backup Care

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401k Match

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Pay Down

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources

Job summary

Sentara Leigh Hospital seeks a Clinical Infection Preventionist to develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention initiatives and support surveillance activities at division and system level. The role ensures compliance with CDC, regulatory, and accreditation standards, and leads staff education through rounding and training.

Two years in healthcare with infection control experience is preferred; CIC certification is desired within one year of eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field preferred.
• Active nursing license; CIC certification preferred within 1 year of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor site-specific infection prevention initiatives.
• Support surveillance activities at division/system level.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards including reporting.

Skills

Infection Control

Surveillance

Staff Education

Team Leadership

Quality Improvement

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Nursing License

CIC Certification

Tools

None

Job description

Sentara Leigh Hospital seeks a Clinical Infection Preventionist to develop, implement, and monitor infection prevention initiatives and support surveillance activities at division and system level. The role ensures compliance with CDC, regulatory, and accreditation standards, and leads staff education through rounding and training.

Two years in healthcare with infection control experience is preferred; CIC certification is desired within one year of eligibility.