Infection Preventionist WMCG - Infection Control - Day

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

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Position Summary

The Infection Preventionist is responsible for activities surrounding infection prevention and control with emphasis on surveillance, investigation, data analysis/interpretation, consultation, and education. Through these activities, the Infection Preventionist supports the Hospital Infection Prevention Program to improve patient outcomes in all clinical areas as assigned by the director. This role serves as the Infection Prevention Officer.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Healthcare related field and 2 years or more of experience in nursing or acute care setting. Additional years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of minimum education requirement.

3+ years of Infection Preventionist HIGHLY PREFERRED!!

Skills required: Computer skills required to include Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Certifications required: Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS).

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.