Infection Preventionist Nurse (RN)

Job Overview:

The Infection Preventionist is responsible for executing the hospital infection surveillance prevention and control activities and practices by conducting activities and actions known to be effective in reducing infections. This includes making recommendations conducting surveillance and maintaining hospital-wide infection surveillance prevention and control policies. Infection Preventionist will confer with organizational stakeholders and local health departments to implement infection reduction strategies and best practices. This role is a fantastic opportunity for growth and development.

Required: Certifications/Licenses/Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in healthcare or related degree required.

• Minimum of five years relevant experience of experience in Infection control or closely related field required.

Preferred Certification/License/Experience:

• Certification from APIC
• Certification from CIC
• Membership in APIC
• Membership in SHEA
  
  

Campus: Midtown and Gateway

Department: Infection Control

Hours: 40 hours/week full-time.

Required Experience:

IC