The Nurse Infection Control investigates possible incidences of infection and implements remedial action. Performs hospital-wide surveillance and data collection as part of an overall infection-control program. Being a Nurse Infection Control informs the appropriate state and county organizations of any reportable infections and diseases. Works with the infection control committee to establish infection control standards and procedures, and educates staff on how to prevent and control infections. In addition, Nurse Infection Control requires graduation from an approved nursing program. Typical ...ly reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. May require CIC certification. Years of experience may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. Nurse Infection Control's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.More Show Less
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Duties. Direct, develop, and conduct education programs for the Commander, hospital personnel, patients and families, and outside organizations. Maintain and expand professional expertise through attendance at professional conferences and seminars. Formulate, revise, evaluate, and monitor compliance to the hospital infection prevention and control policies and procedures, ensuring requirements for accreditation are met. Ensure plans for the care/...
This position is located within the Pine Ridge Service Unit to include work in the Pine Ridge Hospital, LaCreek Clinic, Kyle and Wanblee Health Centers. May be present to any of the locations for auditing and oversight. The purpose of this position is to maintain an effective service unit-wide infection control/employee health program. Incumbent is responsible for meeting the Joint commission's Standards of Nursing Practice and Infection Control....
