What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Preventionist / Patient Safety Officer / Director of Dialysis position at Adirondack Health?
Position Summary
The Infection Preventionist/Patient Safety Officer and Director of Dialysis combines two part-time assignments into one position responsible for the organization-wide Infection Prevention and Control Program, assigned patient safety functions, and leadership of renal dialysis services.
The Infection Preventionist is appointed by the Board of Trustees upon recommendation of medical staff and nursing leadership. Under executive leadership of the Chief Medical Officer and the Chair of the Medical Staff Infection Control Committee, this position coordinates infection surveillance, prevention, and control; identifies infection risks; maintains policies; provides education; and ensures accurate and timely submission of required infection-related data.
Under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer, this position coordinates patient event review, investigation, analysis, and follow-up, supporting corrective actions and organizational patient safety initiatives.
As Director of Dialysis, this position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing the resources of renal dialysis services and assumes 24/7 operational accountability for the service. The Director works collaboratively with the Dialysis Medical Director, external management company, and interdisciplinary team to support safe care, regulatory readiness, quality outcomes, and efficient operations.
Nursing leadership responsibilities are based on the three-domain model: The ScienceManaging the Business; The ArtLeading the People; and The Leader WithinCreating the Leader in Yourself.
Educational Requirements and Qualifications
1. Current New York State Registered Professional Nurse license required.
2. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
3. Master of Science in Nursing or enrollment in an MSN program preferred.
Certification
Certification through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology, consistent with the organizations accepted CIC or a-IPC pathway, required within three years of appointment unless another timeframe is agreed upon by the Board and Chief Medical Officer.
Experience
1. At least five years of progressive leadership experience or MSN.
2. Knowledge of statistics, clinical data collection, analysis, and presentation.
3. Clinical knowledge and expertise relevant to the patients, procedures, conditions, and equipment encountered in renal dialysis services.
Skills and Knowledge
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities independently.
Demonstrates leadership ability, critical thinking, problem-solving, and sound decision-making within the organizational structure.
Excellent oral and written communication, presentation, and team facilitation skills.
Able to build collaborative relationships across departments, disciplines, and external organizations.
Demonstrates professionalism, adaptability, discretion, and confidentiality.
Working knowledge of infection prevention, microbiology, asepsis, disinfection and sterilization, disease transmission, surveillance, adult education, and performance improvement.
Knowledge of QAPI, patient safety, regulatory and accreditation requirements, Just Culture, Root Cause Analysis, and Failure Mode and Effects Analysis.
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, including written and graphical data presentation.
Familiarity with Adirondack Health EMRs, the AST database, NHSN, SafetyZone, dialysis information systems, and applicable state and federal databases, or ability to achieve proficiency within three months of hire.
Pay Range:
$105,000.00 - $120,000.00 annually
Job Type:
Full-Time
Benefits of Working Full-Time at Adirondack Health:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Paid Benefit Time (PTO and Sick days)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Contributions
- And much more
Salary : $105,000 - $120,000