Infection Prevention Program Manager

Overview

The Infection Prevention Program Manager leads the infection control program across the organization, overseeing surveillance, regulatory compliance, outbreak response, and strategic initiatives to reduce healthcare-associated infections and improve patient safety.

Key ResponsibilitiesProgram Oversight

• Manage the infection prevention program at facility or multi-site level

• Develop annual goals and performance plans

• Lead infection prevention committees and interdisciplinary teams

Surveillance & Reporting

• Conduct ongoing monitoring of HAIs using NHSN reporting standards

• Analyze infection trends and identify improvement opportunities

• Report data to CDC, state health departments, and hospital leadership

Policy Development & Compliance

• Update infection control policies to reflect current guidelines

• Prepare for and lead Joint Commission/CMS inspections

• Ensure compliance with OSHA, CDC, and state regulations

Education & Coaching

• Provide training on standard, contact, and airborne precautions

• Lead hand hygiene programs

• Coach staff during environmental and process audits

Outbreak Management

• Investigate and contain infection outbreaks

• Recommend changes in workflow, PPE, and isolation protocols

• Liaise with public health departments

Collaboration

• Work closely with nursing, EVS, OR, sterile processing (SPD), and microbiology

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and RCA meetings