Infection Preventionist - Part-Time - Day Shift - Charlevoix, MI

Munson Healthcare
Charlevoix, MI, US
Part-time

Description

Responsible for supporting the Infection Prevention Program for Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital. Collaborates with System Director of Infection Prevention and Epidemiology, as well as hospital-wide leaders in the design and implementation of the infection prevention program.

Ensures risk reduction through education, surveillance, reporting, control and prevention initiatives according to applicable state and federal regulatory requirements and accreditation standards for infection prevention.

Performs risk assessments, makes recommendations, initiates action plans and facilitates ongoing evaluations to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections and improve patient safety.

Acts as a resource for current research, guidelines and expertise on infection prevention.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Science (Master's preferred) in a health-related field including : Nursing. Microbiology, Public Health, Epidemiology, or Medical Laboratory Science.

Two to three years’ clinical experience in healthcare desirable.

Must possess at least basic knowledge of statistics and medical microbiology.

Board Certification in Infection Control (CIC) preferred; must be attained within two years of hire.

Demonstrated leadership ability, communication and interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with physicians, management, staff, external agencies, patients and families on matters related to infection prevention and control

Documented organizational performance improvement, biological safety or risk management activities.

Analytical skills necessary to gather and analyze data, prepare infection prevention reports and recommend an appropriate course of action to reduce the risk of healthcare associated infections

Computer skills including use of spreadsheets, graphics and word processing.

Self-directed; able to work effectively and efficiently with multiple interruptions and changing work priorities. Strong organizational and time management skills required.

Able to make quality, independent decisions using analytical and problem solving skills. Demonstrates initiative and creativity in assigned work.

Highly detailed and team oriented.

Experienced in directing and guiding teams through complex problem solving processes utilizing strong interpersonal and communication skills and techniques.

Planning skills necessary to develop action plans, time lines and ability to achieve objectives within time frames allotted.

Presentation skills for development and delivery of presentations to diverse audiences.

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