Infection Preventionist FT Days

Job Overview :

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County with advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across various disciplines.

Jersey City Medical Center, among many accolades, has earned 14 A national safety ratings from the Leapfrog Group since the program's inception in 2012, was awarded Magnet Recognition for superior nursing, was named Best Regional Hospital by US News and World Report and ranked among the 100 best places to work in healthcare (nationally).

Jersey City Medical Center is also ideally located in the vibrant Jersey City waterfront community overlooking the harbor, just 10 minutes from New York City, with a grand view of the Statue of Liberty.

• Bachelor of Science Degree
• competent in field of infection control
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in an acute care facility
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Demonstrate ability to communicate and work with persons of diverse backgrounds, and indicate an interest and ability to participate in continued education related to hospital epidemiology.
• Proficient Computer Skills with ability to utilize spreadsheets, charts, graphs and pivot tables

Certifications and Licenses Required :

• BLS from the American Heart Association
• CIC Certification or eligible for certification (Eligible to sit for exam after 2 years’ experience. CBIC within 5 years required)

Scheduling Requirements :

• Day Shift
• Monday Friday
• Flexible scheduling :

7a-3p

8a-4p

9a-5p

Essential Functions :

• The Infection Control Practitioner observes and evaluates techniques and practices related to health care associated infection prevention at all levels of health care.
• Performs surveillance activities and applies an epidemiological approach to problem solving
• Provides formal and informal education programs to hospital personnel
• Provides patient education regarding disease transmission and prevention methods
• Demonstrates increasing knowledge and skill in infection control epidemiology
• A basic knowledge and application of principles and statistical methods relevant to disease identification, trends analysis, and control
• Interpret epidemiological markers in outbreak investigation (e.g., bacteriophage typing, DNA, antigen-antibody response, radiologic results, etc.)
• Collect data on procedures or devices that have been associated with specific healthcare-associated infections (e.g., catheters, intravenous therapy).

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks :

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

$119,000.00 Minimum to $129,000.00 Maximum Annual Base Salary

Let’s shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education and skills.

In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits, creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs, and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team.

We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time.

As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact on local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state.

We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer