Infection Preventionist WMCG - Infection Control - Day

2310 AU Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellstar is seeking an Infection Preventionist to lead infection prevention activities, surveillance, and education across clinical areas. The role reports to the director and acts as the Infection Prevention Officer to support patient safety and quality of care.

The ideal candidate has a Nursing or healthcare-related bachelor's degree, 2+ years of experience, and is likely to have at least 3+ years in infection prevention. BLS certification is commonly required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Healthcare related field with 2+ years of clinical experience.
• 3+ years of Infection Preventionist experience highly preferred.
• Experience in infection prevention surveillance, investigation, data analysis, and education.

Responsibilities

• Lead infection prevention surveillance, investigation, and data analysis.
• Provide consultation and education to clinical teams.
• Support the Hospital Infection Prevention Program to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Healthcare related field

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.

Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients’ and team members’ expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.

OUR MISSION:

To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION:

Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES:

We serve with compassion We pursue excellence We honor every voice Culture of Excellence

Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality.

Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.