RN – Infection Prevention & Control Manager RNIPCM

Job Title: RN Infection Prevention & Control Manager

Location: Sitka AK
Position Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

The Infection Prevention & Control Manager (IPCM) is responsible for the surveillance analysis interpretation and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). This role leads the development implementation and oversight of a comprehensive Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program across a multi-site healthcare system.

The IPCM ensures compliance with all applicable federal state and national regulatory standards and evidence-based infection prevention practices including those established by CMS CDC OSHA FDA and Joint Commission. This position plays a key leadership role in protecting patients staff and communities through education policy development monitoring and performance improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Infection Prevention & Control Program

• Develop implement maintain and update the Infection Prevention and Control Plan

• Ensure alignment with regulatory agencies and nationally recognized best practices

• Draft review and implement IPC-related policies and procedures

• Monitor compliance with infection control standards across all departments

Data Collection & Reporting

• Collect analyze trend and report infection prevention data

• Maintain accurate records and statistical reports

• Submit required data to the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and other regulatory agencies

• Serve as a resource to clinical and non-clinical departments regarding infection surveillance

Education & Training

• Serve as the subject matter expert in Infection Prevention and Control

• Stay current with emerging literature guidelines and best practices

• Provide education and training to staff patients families and communities

• Conduct new-hire and annual IPC orientation and training programs

• Maintain collaborative relationships with public health agencies and external partners

Leadership & Oversight

• Chair the Infection Prevention & Control Committee

• Participate in additional committees and interdisciplinary teams as needed

• Provide oversight of the Employee Health Program

• Supervise assigned staff and support performance development

Travel & Site Support

• Travel to multiple healthcare sites to conduct assessments education and training

• Travel may include air small aircraft and ferry transportation

Education Certifications & Licensure

• Active unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license (Alaska or other U.S. state)

  • Alaska license application required prior to start date if not already active

• Bachelors degree in a healthcare-related field (Nursing Public Health Epidemiology Microbiology or similar)

• Masters degree (MPH MSN or related field) preferred

• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required

• BLS (Basic Life Support) required within 3 months of hire and maintained biannually

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Completion of required clinical and managerial competencies within designated timelines

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in:

  • Acute care infection prevention/control and/or

  • Data collection performance improvement or risk management

• Experience with epidemiological principles and basic statistics

• Long-Term Care experience preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong working knowledge of epidemiology and infectious disease principles

• Understanding of regulatory compliance and accreditation standards

• Proficiency in data analysis reporting and performance improvement methodologies

• Advanced computer skills including MS Office and database applications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to translate regulatory and evidence-based guidance into actionable policy and education

Core Competencies

• Program management and evaluation

• Data collection trending and reporting

• Independent and team-based work

• Professional communication with clinical administrative and executive leadership

• Ability to work effectively across multiple departments and disciplines

Required Certifications

• Registered Nurse License (State-specific in good standing)

• Certification in Infection Control (CIC)

• Basic Life Support (BLS)

• Clinical Competency Assessment

• High-Risk Competency

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About Navitas Healthcare LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.