What are the responsibilities and job description for the RN Infection Preventionist position at Azalea Health Center by Harborview?
Overview
The Infection Preventionist plays a critical role in safeguarding the health and safety of patients, staff, and visitors within healthcare facilities. This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring infection prevention and control programs to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections. The Infection Preventionist will collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and promote best practices in infection prevention.
Duties
- Develop and implement infection prevention policies and procedures in accordance with public health guidelines.
- Conduct surveillance of healthcare-associated infections and analyze data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with clinical staff to educate them on infection prevention practices, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain accurate medical records related to infection control activities and report findings to relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and other applicable standards related to infection control.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and reducing infection rates.
- Provide training sessions for new staff on infection prevention protocols and best practices.
- Assist in the management of outbreaks by coordinating response efforts and implementing containment strategies.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of public health principles and infection control practices.
- Familiarity with medical records management and data collection methodologies.
- Understanding of OSHA regulations as they pertain to healthcare settings.
- Background as a nurse or equivalent clinical experience preferred.
- Proficiency in medical terminology relevant to acute care environments.
- Experience with data management systems for tracking infection-related metrics.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a hospital setting, engaging various departments effectively.
- Strong analytical skills for interpreting data related to infection trends and outcomes.
This position is essential for maintaining high standards of patient care through effective infection prevention strategies. Candidates should be committed to continuous learning and improvement in the field of infection control.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Commute:
- Augusta, GA 30904 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Augusta, GA 30904: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38
