Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a Director of Infection Prevention you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Chippenham Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Director of Infection Prevention where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Coordinates all aspects of the facility infection control program. Directly involved with programs that prevent and control healthcare-acquired infections. Serves as an infection control consultant for facility leadership and staff. Interacts and works collaboratively with physicians, outside agencies, corporate/divisional staff as well as all departments within the facility

• Demonstrates effective leadership skills of delegation, organization, and coordination of system activities and integration with ICP team, Quality and Risk leadership, and Hospital colleagues.
• Develops and implements a surveillance plan, reviewed on at least an annual basis and approved by the designated Infection Control Committee. Conducts on-going surveillance and documentation of infections in patients and personnel utilizing priority-directed, targeted surveillance method. Compiles and presents surveillance reports to the designated Infection Control Committee; shares data with other appropriate medical staff and/or hospital committees and departments.
• Collects and analytically interprets infection data based on NHSN data and rates. Develops and implements risk-reduction plans for nosocomial infections.
• Inspects environment (EOC) and observes personnel activities for the purpose of detecting possible infection hazards and to evaluate compliance with hospital infection control policies.
• Actively participates in antibiotic stewardship program.
• Monitors patient admissions and placement to assure optimum control of infection through appropriate placement.
• Refers unresolved questions or problems to the Chief Medical Officer and/or other Service Chiefs who will provide consultative advice and/or call a committee meeting if necessary. Conducts special studies as directed by the Medical Executive Staff or designated Infection Control Committee.
• Reports all in-house patients with communicable diseases to the county and/or state health department and maintains records.
• Disseminates information relative to infection control and implements infection control measures recommended by the designated Infection Control Committee. Conducts / coordinates educational programs relevant to infection control as necessary and/or mandated or recommended by CDC and other regulatory agencies.
• Develops and implements all mandatory standards/programs/and regulations relevant to infection control. Prepares plans for mandatory compliance with regulatory agencies (OSHA: Blood borne Pathogen, TB prevention and control) and presents to the designated Infection Control Committee.
• Collaborates with outside vendors and all departments affected by implementation and education of new equipment relative to infection control. Communicates recommendations for utilization of space, equipment, and other resources as needed to meet patient, employee, and system needs relevant to IC.
• Develops and implements policies/procedures/hospital-wide plans for federal and local government mandates relevant to Infection Control.

EXPERIENCE

• Required: 3 to 5 years of experience in an acute care setting performing infection prevention work, Has knowledge and experience in patient care practices, microbiology, aseptic technique, disinfection/sterilization, adult education, infectious diseases, communication, program administration, and epidemiology.
• Knowledge and experience with regulatory, survey compliance related to infection prevention Relationship builder, comfortable with visibility in all care areas
• Flexibility work day and ability to manage multiple evolving issues and priorities (from routine projects to unexpected events) to meet organizational needs
• Solid written and verbal communication skills including simplifying complex requirements for leadership and staff focus
• Computer skills including Excel, PowerPoint, navigation of NHSN site
• Preferred: Use of various improvement methodologies and change management strategies Proven ICP team management skills

EDUCATION

• Required: Bachelors degree in healthcare or related field; typically a registered nurse (RN), physician, epidemiologist, or medical technologist (MT).

CJW Medical Center is comprised of Chippenham Hospital and Johnston-Willis Hospital. We have served the greater Richmond Virginia area for over 100 years. Our campuses offer services in orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health, cancer care, and neurology. We have been recognized as a top performer on Key Quality Measures. Our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Director of Infection Prevention opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.