What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Infection Prevention Control position at AdventHealth Tampa?
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Paid Days Off from Day One
Student Loan Repayment Program
Career Development
Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding thattogetherwe are even better.
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Days
Location: 3100 East Fletcher Avenue Tampa, Florida 33613
The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Tampa
AdventHealth Tampa, a faith-based not-for-profit 626-bed tertiary-level acute care hospital located in the uptown district of Tampa, Florida, specializes in advanced cardiovascular medicine, neuroscience and neurology, digestive health, orthopedics, womens services, pediatrics, oncology, endocrinology, bariatrics, wound healing, sleep medicine and general surgery including minimally invasive and robot-assisted procedures. GME programs on the hospital campus currently include general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine and transitional year.
AdventHealth Tampa is home to the renowned AdventHealth Pepin Heart Institute, a recognized leader in cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment and leading-edge research caring for Tampa Bays hearts for over 35 years.
The Kiran C. Patel Research Institute, also located at AdventHealth Tampa, leads the way in clinical and academic research in the areas of neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, advanced surgery and more contributing valuable knowledge that leads to tomorrows cures for conditions such as heart failure, cancer and other diseases.
The role you'll contribute:
This position contributes to the mission of AdventHealth Tampa and the goals of the department by. Directing and managing the facility Infection Prevention and Control program, identifying risks for the acquisition and transmission of infectious agents on an ongoing basis and based on risks, establishes priorities and sets goals for preventing the development of health care-associated infections (HAI's) within the hospital. Implements programs designed to lower the risk and improve rates/trends of epidemiologically significant infections for patients, visitors, hospital employees and medical staff. Participates in the review and/or development of policies and procedures as indicated and/or requested. Accurately interprets regulatory standards related to infection control or employee health, for all levels of hospital personnel and medical staff as requested or directed. Coordinates the reporting of communicable diseases to health departments and assesses the significance for healthcare workers. Actively participates in surveying the hospital and its population for HAI's, hazards, or situations contributing to infections for the purpose of providing quality patient care and a safe working environment. Serves as a resource for orientation, patient care practices and staff education. Monitors aseptic and sterilization practices for patient care practices, supplies, equipment, linen, and trash. Provides leadership on hospital compliance, patient safety, and employee and medical staff safety issues. Serves as the chair of the Infection Prevention Committee (IPC). Insures 24-hour call availability for Infection Prevention issues. Works collaboratively with AVP of Quality and Director of Quality.
The value you'll bring to the team:
Serves as the facilitys Infection Prevention and Control Officer; directs and manages the Infection Prevention and Control Program.
Based on scientific practice: Maintains policies/procedures/protocols based on current scientific practices/guidelines. Re-evaluate on a scheduled and as needed basis. Collaborate with all levels of hospital personnel for implementation, as needed.
Complies with regulatory standards: Accurately interpret and implement regulatory standards for infection control practices (i.e. DNV-GL, CMS CDC, AHCA and OSHA) to all levels of hospital personnel and medical staff.
Incorporate IP Program as a major component of hospital safety and performance improvement programs and/or other department-specific infection control plans. Evaluate and redesign program at least annually based on identified need and effectiveness.
Chairs the Infection Prevention Committee meetings with the Infection Prevention Medical Director and is accountable for the data presented at the committee.
Coordinate/provide reporting of communicable, contagious, epidemiologically significant diseases/organisms to the appropriate community health authority (i.e. local or state Health Departments, CDC). Implements plans to respond to infections that may potentially overwhelm resources (Bioterrorism/Surge capacity).
Program Leadership: Maintains professional growth, competencies, and continuing education related to infection prevention, minimally every two years to serve as a resource person/educator for orientation, patient care practices, protocols/procedures, and staff education.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:
Bachelor's of Nursing Required
NHSN Program Administrator (upon hire)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Infection Control Certification (CIC)
Certified Prof in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) Preferred
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Infection Control
Organization: AdventHealth Tampa
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 25043955
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
