Systemwide Infection Prevention & Control Director

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc.; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 117,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Director of Infection Prevention and Control to oversee system-wide infection prevention operations.

You will develop strategic safety plans, collaborate with Patient Safety, and lead the infection prevention committee to ensure uniform practices across all facilities. The role requires seven years of healthcare experience with at least three years in leadership related to infection prevention, quality, patient safety, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible healthcare experience required, including at least three (3) years of leadership experience in infection prevention, quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, accreditation, nursing operations, or related functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversees system-wide infection prevention operations and ensures consistent practices across NMHS facilities.
• Develops system-wide strategic safety plans and goals with Patient Safety focused on infection prevention.
• Leads and mentors infection prevention staff and directs infection control programs across the NMHS system.

Skills

Infection prevention leadership

Staff coaching

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or Health Administration

Master’s Degree in Microbiology

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Director of Infection Prevention and Control to oversee system-wide infection prevention operations.

You will develop strategic safety plans, collaborate with Patient Safety, and lead the infection prevention committee to ensure uniform practices across all facilities. The role requires seven years of healthcare experience with at least three years in leadership related to infection prevention, quality, patient safety, and regulatory