RN Infection Preventionist - FT

Medical University of South Carolina; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina seeks an RN Infection Preventionist to evaluate and improve patient care related to Healthcare and Community Acquired Infections. You will collect, analyze, and present HAI data, and guide action through informed recommendations.

The role requires an active RN license, CPR, and specialized IPC training. Prior geriatrics experience is preferred, and collaboration with the DON and Quality Department is essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a nursing diploma.
• Must be licensed/registered in applicable State and maintain an active RN license.
• CPR certification required at hire or during orientation and must remain current.
• Must have specialized IPC training prior to assuming the role.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.
• Certifications per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse) may be required.

Responsibilities

• Performs infection surveillance across the organization and records data on HAIs and CAIs.
• Investigates and initiates control measures as authorized by committees.
• Communicates infection data and recommendations to leadership and staff.
• Provides education to staff, residents, and families; serves as resource across departments.

Skills

Infection control

Data analysis

Nursing

CPR certification

Education

Nursing diploma

RN license

CPR certification

IPC training

Job description

Job Description Summary

• The RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and MUSC Health’s standards. Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data. Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions. Monitors care team member compliance with infection control standards through use of barriers and infection prevention measures. Prepares and presents education for the staff, residents, and families. Serves as a resource to all departments and personnel.
• Reports to Director of Nursing (DON)

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC003627 FLO - Quality (FMC)

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Conducts infection control surveillance throughout the organization. Identifies, investigates and records data concerning healthcare associated infections, epidemiologically significant organisms and state reportable diseases. Initiates control measures as authorized by designated committees. Works independently with computer/internet access, managing multiple priorities in a physical environment that houses the hospital system’s Quality Department.

Education

• Must possess a nursing diploma
• Must be currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• Must have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
• Must have obtained specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role. If a facility’s resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additional training for the change in the facility’s scope of care.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred
• Must have applicable certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse)

Experience

1-3 years’ experience in Infection Prevention and Control

Licenses/Certificates

Certification in Infection Control preferred. Must be BLS and ACLS certified.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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