RN | Infection Preventionist

Job Description

Job Description

Description

The Infection Preventionist Nurse (IP) is responsible for identifying, investigating, monitoring, and reporting healthcare-associated infections. The IP Nurse collaborates with teams and individuals to create infection prevention strategies, provide feedback, and sustain infection prevention strategies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate the organizational infection prevention program.
• Utilize epidemiologic principles to conduct surveillance and investigations.
• Develop, interpret and assist with implementation of infection prevention and control policies and protocols.
• Comply with regulatory and mandatory reporting requirements at the local, state and federal levels.
• Stay current on infection prevention and control regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Participate in the development / review of occupational health policies and procedures related to IPC.
• Be familiar with infection prevention software and other technology.
• Any other duties as assigned to ensure meeting the needs of the facility.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Benefits