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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailMobile 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
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION
Experience:
Education: Bachelors
Licenses Certifications and Registration:
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:
M280176
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.
Full Time