We are seeking a Infection Preventionist in Wausau, WI at Aspirus Wausau Hospital who is responsible for surveillance, prevention and control of infections that could be transmitted in a healthcare setting as well as the prevention or minimization of the risk of occupational exposure to employees. Recommends and administers comprehensive infection prevention and control policies and procedures and monitors the environment for potential risks.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of patient care standards and practices as they relate to infection prevention normally acquired through completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing or an allied health profession.
• A minimum of two years of experience working in an acute care hospital or public health agency.
• Previous experience as a member of an Infection Prevention/Control program beneficial.
• Educational or job related experience providing a working knowledge of the basics of infection surveillance, prevention and control, as well as principles of epidemiology, infectious disease and patient care practice beneficial. Current membership in professional organizations beneficial. Possesses interpersonal skills necessary in order to interact efficiently with all levels of hospital personnel, conduct educational programs, and provide advice and counsel regarding Infection Control program and policies.
• Demonstrates proficiency with use of a PC and utilization of automated hospital information systems and national databases. Possesses a broad-based knowledge and understanding of Quality/Performance Improvement philosophy and methodology, and application of such in the clinical setting.
• A general understanding of regulatory agencies specific to healthcare operations, i.e., TJC, OSHA, CMS, and FDA, with application of risk management principles.

LICENSURE

• If a Registered Nurse, possesses an active Wisconsin RN license desired.
• If allied health profession, possesses appropriate accreditation (i.e., ASCP).

Aspirus Wausau Hospital is the flagship of the Aspirus system that serves patients in 14 counties across northern and central Wisconsin, as well as the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. It is a licensed private/not-for-profit facility with 325 beds and staffed by 350 physicians in 35 specialties. Aspirus Wausau Hospital is a Level II trauma center that provides primary, secondary and tertiary care services as a regional referral center. Specialty referral service emphasis exists in cardiology and cardiothoracic surgery, orthopedics and cancer. The hospital has an average daily inpatient census of 160 with approximately 15,000 admissions per year. Outpatient visits exceed 50,000 and there are also more than 24,000 annual emergency department visits.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Acute care

Work Location: In person