RN - Infection Prevention Specialist

Trinitas Regional Medical Center; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated RN - Infection Prevention Specialist to enhance patient safety through effective infection control practices. This role involves developing and implementing infection prevention programs, conducting surveillance, and educating staff on best practices. Join a forward-thinking healthcare team that prioritizes safety and compliance while making a significant impact on patient care. If you are passionate about infection prevention and have strong analytical skills, this opportunity is perfect for you to contribute to a safer healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with expertise in infection prevention and control.
• Experience in data collection and analysis regarding infections.

Responsibilities

• Oversee infection control practices and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Conduct surveillance of hospital-acquired infections and report findings.
• Provide education and training to staff on infection prevention strategies.

Skills

Infection Control

Data Analysis

Staff Education

Regulatory Compliance

Outbreak Management

Education

Registered Nurse License

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

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Details

Client Name

Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Job Type

Travel

Offering

Nursing

Profession

RN

Specialty

Infection Prevention Specialist

Job ID

31442354

Job Title

RN - Infection Prevention Specialist

Weekly Pay

$2913.0

Shift Details

Shift

8 hour days

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Order Details

Start Date

05/19/2025

End Date

08/18/2025

Duration

13 Week(s)

Job Description

A Registered Nurse (RN) - Infection Prevention Specialist is responsible for overseeing infection control practices within healthcare facilities, ensuring patient and staff safety by preventing and minimizing the risk of infections. This role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring infection control programs, conducting surveillance, educating staff, and ensuring adherence to infection control standards and guidelines. The Infection Prevention Specialist collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to maintain compliance with regulatory bodies, address outbreaks, and promote best practices in infection prevention across the healthcare setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Infection Surveillance and Reporting:
• Conduct regular surveillance of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) and other infectious diseases within the healthcare facility.
• Monitor infection trends, identify outbreaks, and investigate infection clusters.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret infection data to track trends, inform decision-making, and report findings to leadership and regulatory bodies (e.g., CDC, state health departments).
• Prepare and submit reports on infection control outcomes and performance to senior management, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of infection rates.
• Infection Prevention Program Development and Implementation:
• Develop, implement, and update infection prevention and control policies and procedures in line with evidence-based practices and regulatory standards (e.g., CDC, WHO, OSHA).
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure infection control measures are integrated into clinical practice, patient care protocols, and operational processes.
• Lead the development of infection prevention initiatives and projects to enhance patient safety and reduce infection risks.
• Staff Education and Training:
• Provide ongoing education and training to clinical and non-clinical staff on infection prevention strategies, including hand hygiene, isolation precautions, personal protective equipment (PPE), environmental cleaning, and proper sterilization techniques.
• Develop educational materials, presentations, and workshops for staff to ensure consistent understanding of infection control guidelines.
• Conduct audits and assessments to evaluate staff compliance with infection control protocols and provide feedback or corrective action when necessary.
• Outbreak Management and Response:
• Lead investigations of infection outbreaks, implementing control measures to prevent further transmission and mitigate risks to patients and staff.
• Work with healthcare teams to develop and implement outbreak control strategies, including patient isolation, staff training, and increased surveillance.
• Coordinate with local and state health authorities during outbreaks and ensure timely reporting of suspected or confirmed infections.
• Consultation and Collaboration:
• Provide expert consultation to healthcare teams, leadership, and departments on infection prevention and control measures.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including infection control committees, nursing, housekeeping, clinical staff, and administration, to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement in infection prevention practices.
• Ensure that infection control practices are effectively integrated into patient care processes, procedures, and discharge planning.
• Compliance and Regulatory Oversight:
• Ensure compliance with national, state, and local infection control regulations and guidelines, including the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), The Joint Commission (TJC), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
• Prepare for and participate in regulatory inspections, audits, and accreditation surveys related to infection control.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of infection prevention standards and emerging infectious diseases to ensure compliance with best practices.
• Data Collection and Analysis:
• Collect, analyze, and interpret data related to infection rates, including surgical site infections (SSIs), urinary tract infections (UTIs), ventilator-associated pneumonia (VAP), and Clostridium difficile (C. diff).
• Use data analysis tools to identify patterns, assess the effectiveness of infection prevention measures, and make recommendations for quality improvement.
• Prepare and present infection prevention performance reports to hospital committees, leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Quality Improvement Initiatives:
• Lead or participate in quality improvement projects aimed at reducing healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) and enhancing patient care.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., housekeeping, environmental services, clinical teams) to identify opportunities for improving infection control practices across the facility.
• Monitor the effectiveness of infection prevention programs, ensuring continuous improvement and adaptation to evolving infection risks.
  

Client Details

Address

225 Williamson Street

City

Elizabeth

State

NJ

Zip Code

07202

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