• Responsible for assisting in the identification, surveillance and collection of pertinent data related to infection risk areas within the hospital.

• Develops an effective system for reporting, evaluating and maintaining records of illnesses and injuries of patients.

• Provides a safe environment where risks for infection are identified and minimized for patients, employees and visitors.

• Administers surveillance programs, data reporting, data analysis and intervention development aimed at reduction of healthcare acquired infections in patients and employees.

• Investigates and monitors known or potential sources of suspected infections in order to determine source and ensure control.

• Develops and executes an in-service program for promoting infection control and educate hospital staff.

• Reports communicable diseases are reported to the health department.

• Reviews sterilization and disinfection techniques and recommends changes as necessary.

• Stays updated and knowledgeable on infectious disease and surveillance issues and regulatory/accreditation requirements.

• Performs other duties as required or requested.

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, public health, or healthcare related field.
• Two years of healthcare related experience in nursing.
• Current state license as a registered nurse.
• Certification in Infection Control within three years of hire/transfer.

• Master’s degree in nursing, public health, or healthcare related field.
• Four years of clinical nursing, infection prevention, or epidemiology experience.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time
• Requisition ID: 24003003
• Daily Work Times: 8a-4:30p
• Hours Per Pay Period: 80
• On Call: No
• Weekends: No