Infection Prevention Coordinator

Introduction

Medical City Plano is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Submit your application for Infection Prevention Coordinator position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient.

Benefits

Medical City Plano, 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.

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Job Summary and Qualifications

The Infection Prevention Coordinator effectively implements and coordinates the program of infection prevention, and surveillance approved by the Infection Prevention Committee in order to support the mission, vision and values of Medical City Plano. The Specialist supports the staff and physicians primary commitment to protect the health, safety and rights of the individual, family or community. Responsibilities include the prevention of healthcare-acquired infections (HAIs) by isolating sources of infections and limiting their spread; systematically collects, analyzes and interprets health data in order to plan, implement, evaluate and disseminate appropriate health practices; and trains healthcare staff through instruction and dissemination of information on infection prevention practices. The specialist will rapidly recognize and respond to emerging infectious diseases, outbreaks, and exposures and will serve as a content expert in infection related matters. Will provide consultation to staff, patients, and visitors and is responsible for ensuring full compliance of regulatory requirements within the hospital. Requires basic understanding of microbiology and infectious diseases.

What qualifications you will need:

• • Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN), RN, Master of Public Health (MPH), a bachelor degree in Medical Technology (MT-ASCP) or other healthcare related field.

(RN’s must be Registered Nurse in the state of Texas or compact state license / Examiners for the State of Texas if applicable)

• • Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required in 2 years
  • Minimum of 3 years acute care hospital experience
  • Broad knowledge and familiarity with healthcare-related regulatory and accreditation requirements.
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of database systems
  • Possesses strong analytical, organizational and communication skills
  • Broad knowledge and familiarity with healthcare-related regulatory and accreditation requirements
  • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of database systems
  • Possesses strong analytical, organizational and communication skills

Medical City Plano opened in 1975 and provides Plano and Collin County with advanced health care. Medical City Plano is a 600 bed acute care hospital. We have more than 2,000 employees and over 1,400 physicians on staff. Our main campus in Plano has a cancer treatment center and cardiovascular programs. We have The Bariatric Surgery Institute, a Wound Care Center and inpatient rehabilitation. We also offer complete women's and children's services. This includes a high-risk antepartum unit and a Level 3 neonatal intensive-care unit. We were the first hospital in Dallas, Collin or Denton counties to be named a Comprehensive Stroke Center by the Texas Department of State Health Services. Medical City Plano was the first Level I Trauma Center in Collin County and The Burn & Reconstructive Center of Texas was the first burn center in Collin County. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals and specialists, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations.

"Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive

Join a family that cares about every stage in your career! We are interviewing candidates for our Infection Prevention Coordinator opening. Apply today and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will reach out.

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.