Infection Preventionist

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Assists with day to-day supervision of the Infection Prevention department and program.Has significant prior experience in both infection prevention/control and a related field(e.g. nursing microbiology epidemiology).

Demonstrates competence in CDC NHSN Hospital acquired infection surveillance andReporting requirements. Carries out collection analysis & reporting of data on infections.

Serves as a knowledgeable source of TJC OSHA and CDC recommendations for infection prevention.

Will provide routine education and orientation to associates regarding topics associated with infection prevention asrequested to support the hospital-based infection prevention management team and to keep training and education.

Materials current. Provides consultation regarding infection control matters.Demonstrates competence in sterilization and high-levelDisinfection procedures.Inspects inpatient areas as well as outpatient offices/clinics/facilities associated withCooper for regulatory standards in infection prevention and related employee safety with theParticipation in tracer activity as assigned. Reports all findings to the appropriate responsible entity.

Works closely with the Director/Hospital Epidemiologist/Infection Prevention Committeeto assist with the development of all infection prevention activities. Investigates clusters/outbreaks/increased rates of infections.Investigates potential exposures to communicable diseases and communicates to allwith a need to know.Reports designated diseases/data to NJDOH or other State agencies as required.

Applies Cooper core values.Other duties as required.

2 years in an acute care hospital and One year in Infection Prevention

BSN (RN) Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Bachelors in a healthcare related field. (Advanced degree preferred ie MPH MD NP etc.)

Certified in Infection Prevention & Control (CIC) required