Infection Prevention & Control Nurse Specialty Hospital (Full-Time)

Description

We are seeking an Infection Prevention and Control Nurse to develop implement and sustain a comprehensive infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship program. This role ensures compliance with regulatory requirements evidence-based practices and organizational goals. This role will also monitor infection trends and antibiotic utilization provide education and guidance to staff and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to reduce infection risks. This position plays a key leadership role in preventing identifying and managing infectious disease risks across ChildServe Specialty Hospital and the broader organization

Schedule

• Monday Friday general business hours
• Onsite at Johnston location

How Youll Make an Impact

Program Development and Implementation

• Develop implement and maintain infection prevention control and antimicrobial stewardship policies including annual risk assessments and an infection control plan in alignment with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Ensure the infection prevention and control program meets all regulatory standards accreditation expectations and current evidence-based best practices.

Surveillance and Case Investigation

Provide oversight of:

• Ongoing surveillance of healthcare-associated infection rates infectious disease trends potential outbreaks and reportable diseases
• Investigation of individual cases and clusters of infection
• Initiation of containment and mitigation efforts when identified
• Antibiotic use

Education and Training

• Develop and deliver infection prevention education for onboarding annual training and as needed based on infection trends or incidents.
• Educate staff and families on best practices including hand hygiene standard precautions personal protective equipment use environmental cleanliness and appropriate antibiotic use.

Collaboration and Improvement Projects

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and medical staff to identify and implement performance improvement initiatives workflows and care processes related to infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship.
• Partner with Facilities and Occupational Health to support water management activities staff health planning and illness reporting to reduce infection risks.

Auditing and Compliance

• Develop implement and oversee infection prevention and antibiotic use audits including measurable targets performance indicators and consistent data collection processes.
• Analyze audit results with interdisciplinary teams to identify trends address non-compliance and drive continuous improvement through education policy updates and quality initiatives.

Outbreak Response and Reporting

• Lead and coordinate infectious disease outbreak responses in collaboration with medical leadership public health authorities and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure accurate documentation and recordkeeping of outbreak investigations response actions and required reporting.

Data Analysis and Reporting

• Analyze infection prevention and antibiotic use data to produce meaningful reports communicate required metrics and trends to key stakeholders and regulatory bodies and support compliance with reporting requirements.
• Use data insights to guide evidence-based improvements evaluate intervention effectiveness and support Infection Prevention and Control Council and Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee activities in collaboration with medical staff.

Professional Development

• Stay current with emerging infectious diseases regulatory updates and evidence-based practices in infection prevention and control and antibiotic use.
• Participate in continuing education professional organizations and relevant conferences.

What Youll Need

• BS in Nursing
• Masters degree in Science of Nursing preferred
• Current valid license as a RN in the state of Iowa
• 3 years of experience as a nurse in an acute or subacute healthcare environment
• 3 years of experience in Infection Prevention and Control as well as performance improvement activities
• 2 years of experience in a supervisory level capacity in a healthcare setting preferred
• 2 years of experience in pediatrics preferred
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) within 1 year of hire
• Development towards Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC) Advanced Leadership Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (AL-CIP) through the Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC) preferred
• Certification as Certified Professional of Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) optional

• Computer skills including Microsoft Office and ability to proficiently learn new software programs
• Ability to travel independently within the state for business events
• Ability to develop interpret and follow applicable policies procedures and regulations
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs be mobile within the clinic areas and frequently bend lift reach and stand
• Ability to communicate effectively in (or through) reading writing and speaking the English language

Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations Lets talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailingemailprotected.

Benefits

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Make a Difference Every Day at ChildServe

• ChildServepartners with families to help children with special healthcare needs live agreatlife.
• ChildServe is a leading pediatric healthcare provider with Iowas only childrens specialty hospital offering a variety of services and programs to meet each childs unique needs.
• ChildServesfour key specialty areas include: complex medical care pediatric rehabilitation autism and behavioral health and community-based services. With a coordinated approach to care delivery services are interwoven and streamlined so families can address their childs needs in one location.
• Established in 1928 ChildServeproudly provides more than 30 pediatric specialty services to nearly 6000 children in Iowa each year.

ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process please email emailprotected. ChildServeis an Equal Opportunity Employer.