Infection Preventionist

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.Position Summary: The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for St. Joseph Healthcare’s infection prevention and control program, which is designed to provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment and to help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections. The IP ensures that existing standards and guidelines of applicable professional organizations and regulatory and governmental agencies are incorporated into the program. The IP reviews relevant public health issues to integrate into practice, serves as a consultant and resource person regarding infection prevention issues for all facility personnel, collaborates with other healthcare professionals within and outside of the facility, and implements infection prevention education programs.The IP systematically collects and analyzes healthcare-associated infection data using epidemiological principles and statistical methods to identify trends and risk factors. Additionally, it is the responsibility of the IP to perform the reporting of HAI and quality data for the various facility, county, state, and federal reporting requirements.The IP will assess the need for, develop, and provide education for individual departments, general orientation, and annual review as needed; education includes but is not limited to: Hand hygiene Cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization Specific direct and indirect care settings Therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and devices Use of isolation/barrier precautions when indicated Resident placement, transfer, and discharge Environmental hazards Use of patient care products and medical equipment Resident immunization programsThe IP incorporates the principles of fiscal responsibility into practice and promotes the standards of advanced professional practice. QualificationsEducation - Bachelor’s Degree in an applied clinical science (Nursing, Medical Technology, Microbiology, Public Health)Experience- 3-5 years previous experienceCertification(s): Certification in Infection Control (CIC) should be achieved within three years in the positionCovenant Health Mission StatementWe are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.Our Core Values:CompassionWe show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.IntegrityWe promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.CollaborationWe work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.ExcellenceWe deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).