AK - RN Infection Preventionist - $150 RATE

Mobile Health Team Inc. a staffing agency has an opening for a full-time Registered Nurse - Infection Preventionist position. We are looking for someone with a passion for people.

Location: Sitka AK 99835

Start Date: 6/24/2025

13 weeks Varied 8/10-hour shift 40 hours guaranteed per week

The Infection Prevention (IP) Control Nurse is responsible for the surveillance analysis interpretation and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAI); monitoring reportable conditions educating employees about infection prevention; and developing health system policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection prevention and control standards that meet Joint Commission Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Centers for Medicaid/ Medicare Services (CMS) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and other nationally-recognized agencies and evidence-based infection prevention and control practices. Ensures timely reporting of infection prevention and control measures and outcomes based on CMS requirements.

The IP is responsible for providing infection prevention and control education to all areas. The IP assists in planning developing and implementing a comprehensive consortium-wide infection prevention and control program. Sets goals based on risk assessments evidence-based practices accreditation standards and regulatory requirements in collaboration with the Infection Prevention and Control Committee. Conducts evidence-based research to determine appropriate actions by collecting analyzing and interpreting data. Facilitates and supports the process of educating staff patients and visitors on matters of infection prevention and control.

The IP works in collaboration with the entire Performance Improvement team and is cross-trained to assist in the departments needs. The IP reports to and takes direction from the Infection Prevention & Control Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Infection Prevention and Control Program:

• Responsible for supporting the development implementation maintenance and updating of the SEARHC Infection Prevention and Control Plan and Program in alignment with all IPC regulatory agencies and leading practices.
• Appropriate policies and procedures are written approved and implemented that support the IPC program and initiatives using CDC OSHA FDA TJC and Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) guidelines.
• Data/Reporting: Collects trends prepares and maintains all infection control data and statistical reports and records providing appropriate reports as needed to the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and other regulatory agencies. Provides support and resource assistance to all areas in the Consortium regarding infection prevention control and surveillance.
• Education/Training: Serves as an expert for Infection Prevention and Control staying abreast of the most current literature and leading practices; facilitates and promotes IPC education and training of all SEAHC staff patients families and communities; maintains a strong working relationship with Public Health and other regional state and national entities to ensure up to date information is being distributed to SEARHC constituents. Conducts new and annual employee IPC orientation and training.
• Leadership and Teamwork: Serves as a role model and liaison for IPC to others; strives to maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders to ensure the best possible teamwork. Serves as a co-chair for the IPC committee and participates in other committees/teams as needed. Travel is required to various sites within SEARHC to assess educate and train.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of acute care/infection control experience and/or data collection and performance improvement/risk management experience.
• Experience with basic statistics and epidemiological principles.
• Long-Term Care IPC experience is a plus.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelors degree in a healthcare-related field of study (Nursing Public Health Epidemiology Microbiology or similar).
• Masters degree in a healthcare-related field (MPH MSN) preferred.

Licenses Certifications and/or Registration:

• Current full unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or another U.S. state required.
• Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before the start date.
• Agency staff must have an active Alaska license.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required within 6 months of hire or when qualified to take the examination if sooner.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred.
• BLS current within 3 months of hire and biannually thereafter.
• Clinical Competency is required within 3 months of hire and every three years

EMR System: Meditech

Shift: Will discuss at the interview

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of epidemiology and infectious disease.
• Working knowledge of project management and performance improvement methodology.
• Understanding of data analysis and statistics.
• Accurate precise and timely data entry and reports.
• Proficient computer skills in MS Office and database applications.
• Ability to synthesize regulatory requirements and evidence-based practices from a variety of professional and accrediting organizations and translate knowledge into policy implementation and staff education.
• Communicate appropriately with consideration of health literacy needs for specific audiences in multicultural settings.
• Manage programs and evaluate effectiveness.
• Collect analyze trend and report data accurately and effectively.
• Work in a team environment and independently as necessary.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and communicate clearly with staff and leadership.

Mobile Health Team Inc is a workforce solutions company. We match experienced healthcare professionals with temporary or permanent positions globally. Our mission is clear to bridge the staffing gap in the healthcare industry by creating and maintaining long-term working relationships with clients and healthcare professionals. We specialize in temporary and permanent placements in order to meet our clients needs.