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Sitka, AK - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Mobile Health Team Inc. a staffing agency has openings for an Infection Prevention Nurse. We are looking for someone with a passion for people.

Location: Sitka AK 99835

Assignment Start Date: 11/29/2024

13 weeks Varied 8/10hour shift 40 hours/week

The Estimated Weekly Total is based on working the listed number of hours per week and includes available stipend amounts. Please contact a recruiter for full details.

JOB SUMMARY

The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the surveillance analysis interpretation and reporting of healthcareassociated infections (HAI); monitoring reportable conditions educating employees about infection prevention; and developing health system policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection prevention and control standards that meet Joint Commission Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Centers for Medicaid/ Medicare Services (CMS) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Federal Drug Administration (FDA) and other nationally recognized agencies and evidencebased infection prevention and control practices. Ensures timely reporting of infection prevention and control measures and outcomes based on CMS requirements.

The IP is responsible for providing infection prevention and control education to all areas. The IP assists in planning developing and implementing a comprehensive consortiumwide infection prevention and control program. Sets goals based on risk assessments evidencebased practices accreditation standards and regulatory requirements in collaboration with the Infection Prevention and Control Committee. Conducts evidencebased research to determine appropriate actions by collecting analyzing and interpreting data. Facilitates and supports the process of educating staff patients and visitors on matters of infection prevention and control.

The IP works in collaboration with the entire Performance Improvement team and is crosstrained to assist in the departments needs. The IP reports to and takes direction from the Infection Prevention & Control Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Infection Prevention and Control Program: Responsible for supporting the development implementation maintenance and updating of the Infection Prevention and Control Plan and Program in alignment with all IPC regulatory agencies and leading practices. Appropriate policies and procedures are written approved and implemented that support the IPC program and initiatives using CDC OSHA FDA TJC and Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) guidelines.
  • Data/ Reporting: Collects trends prepares and maintains all infection control data and statistical reports and records providing appropriate reports as needed to the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and other regulatory agencies. Provides support and resource assistance to all areas in the Consortium in regard to infection prevention control and surveillance.
  • Education/ Training: Serves as an expert for Infection Prevention and Control staying abreast of the most current literature and leading practices; facilitates and promotes IPC education and training of all staff patients families and communities; maintains a strong working relationship with Public Health and other regional state and national entities to ensure up to date information is being distributed to constituents. Conducts new and annual employee IPC orientation and training.
  • Leadership and Teamwork: Serves as a role model and liaison for IPC to others; strives to maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders to ensure the best possible teamwork. Serves as a cochair for the IPC committee and participates in other committees/teams as needed. May require some travel to various sites within to assess educate and train.
  • Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION

Experience:

  • Minimum three (3) years of acute care/infection control experience and/or data collection and performance improvement/risk management experience.
  • Experience with basic statistics and epidemiological principles.
  • LongTerm Care IPC experience is a plus.

Education: Bachelors

  • Bachelors degree in healthcarerelated field of study (Nursing Public Health Epidemiology Microbiology or similar).
  • Masters in healthcarerelated field (MPH MSN) preferred.

Licenses Certifications and Registration:

  • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required.
  • Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) is current.

EMR System: Cerner experience preferred

Shift: Days

COVID Requirement: All travelers are required to show proof of completed COVID19 vaccinations plus boosters. Flu vaccines are also required and exemptions will not be accepted.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

  • Working knowledge of epidemiology and infectious disease.
  • Working knowledge of project management and performance improvement methodology.
  • Understanding of data analysis and statistics.
  • Accurate precise and timely data entry and reports.
  • Proficient computer skills in MS Office and database applications.
  • Synthesize regulatory requirements and evidencebased practices from a variety of professional and accrediting organizations and to translate knowledge into policy implementation and staff education.
  • Communicate appropriately with consideration of health literacy needs for specific audiences in multicultural settings.
  • Manage programs and evaluate effectiveness.
  • Collect analyze trend and report data accurately and effectively.
  • Work in a team environment and independently as necessary.
  • Maintain a professional demeanor and communicate clearly with staff and leadership.

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Mobile Health Team Inc is a workforce solutions company. We match experienced healthcare professionals with temporary or permanent positions globally. Our mission is clear to bridge the staffing gap in the healthcare industry by creating and maintaining longterm working relationships with clients and healthcare professionals. We specialize in temporary and permanent placements in order to meet our clients needs.

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