Remote Epidemiologist: NHSN & Dialysis Infection Lead

Cdcfoundation; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The CDC Foundation is seeking a General Epidemiologist – Hemodialysis and NHSN Coordinator to join the Nevada DPBH HAI program. You will analyze NHSN and survey data, perform ICAR assessments, and develop training tools to improve infection prevention in outpatient dialysis settings.

Remote role with Nevada residency preferred; travel within the state may be required. Vaccination status policies and public health program priorities guide responsibilities and collaborations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, health science, behavioral science or related field and 2 years of public health experience with data analysis/or program development.
• Experience using NHSN as an Administrator is required.
• Infection control certification is recommended but not required.
• 2-year minimum experience with hemodialysis facilities and patients.

Responsibilities

• Use NHSN and other data to identify outpatient hemodialysis facilities for Infection Prevention Assessments.
• Perform statewide NHSN surveillance and data analysis on HAIs and antimicrobial resistance.
• Assist facilities with NHSN enrollment, training, and reporting requirements.
• Conduct outbreak investigations within state facilities and support program needs.
• Engage with CMS ESRD Network and improve infection prevention capacity in dialysis facilities.
• Participate in CDC's MDS for Patients Coalition and analyze dialysis landscape including home dialysis.

Skills

Data collection and analysis

Developing objectives and procedures

Health education for personnel

Program evaluation

Infectious disease prevention

Investigation of outbreaks

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing/health science/behavioral science or related field

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Tools

NHSN Administrator

CDC NHSN familiarity

Job description

The CDC Foundation is seeking a General Epidemiologist – Hemodialysis and NHSN Coordinator to join the Nevada DPBH HAI program. You will analyze NHSN and survey data, perform ICAR assessments, and develop training tools to improve infection prevention in outpatient dialysis settings.

Remote role with Nevada residency preferred; travel within the state may be required. Vaccination status policies and public health program priorities guide responsibilities and collaborations.