Conduct ongoing surveillance of infections.
Gather an interpret data and keep accurate recorded of all infections.
Compile and present Infection Control Reports to the Safety/Infection Committee and the Performance improvement Council at assigned intervals.
Train staff on Infection Prevention and Control protocols.
Assess and re-enforce infection prevention practices.
Communicate therapeutically and professionally with patient, visitors, co-workers and others in a effective manner.
Notify designated medical, administrative staff and appropriate health department authorities all reportable communicable disease.
Inspect environment and observe personnel activities for the purpose of detecting infection hazards.
Other duties as assigned.
Assess educational needs and develop/coordinate necessary education programs.
Coordinate orientation programs for new clinical staff.
Act a general resource for nursing staff.
Work with hospital leadership and staff to assess current educational needs and develops a plan to satisfy those needs.
Collaborate with medical practitioners and Director of Nursing to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for patients.
Provide educational leadership to patients and care providers to enhance specialized patient care within established clinical protocol.
Assist patient and caregivers with education needs, problem solution and health management across the continuum of care.
Implement and deliver educational curricula as required by regulatory agencies such as Joint Commission, CARF, CMS and State agencies.
Initiate clinical skills development programs for direct care staff.
Educate direct patient care staff in the use of equipment, supplies, and coordinates in-service training for appropriate staff.
Provide specialized nursing protocols for direct care staff.