What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Preventionist - 285234 position at Lighthouse Health Care?
Infection Preventionist - $3822/WEEK
- Sitka, AK
- 13 Week Assignment
- ASAP Start (5/5/25 Proposed Start Date)
- Shift - Will Be Discussed at Interview
- $3822/Week, 40 HRS Guaranteed
- Meditech EMR Used
Alaska RN License Required
Job summary
The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the surveillance, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAI); monitoring reportable conditions, educating employees about infection prevention; and developing health system policies and procedures to insure 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 evidence-based 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 consortium-wide infection prevention and control program. Sets goals based on risk assessments, evidence-based practices, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements in collaboration with the Infection Prevention and Control Committee. Conducts evidence-based 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 cross trained to assist in the department’s needs. The IP reports to and takes direction from the Infection Prevention & Control Manager.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
Infection Prevention and Control Program:
Responsible for supporting the development, implementation, maintenance, and updating of the hospital 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 regarding infection prevention, control, and surveillance.
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
- Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field of study (Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Microbiology, or similar).
- Master’s in healthcare-related field (MPH, MSN) preferred.
- Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required.
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) current.
Experience Required
- Minimum 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.
- Long-Term Care IPC experience a plus.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $3,822.00 per week
Work Location: In person
Salary : $3,822
