What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Prevention Specialist - Roper Hospital position at Roper St. Francis Healthcare?
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Other (United States of America)
Location: Infection Control - Roper Hospital - Charleston, SC
Shift: Full time 8:00am-5:00pm
Job Summary:
The Infection Prevention Specialist works collaboratively with Hospital Epidemiologist to use evidence-based guidelines to identify, prevent, analyze, and monitor infection risks within Roper St. Francis Healthcare Facilities. Healthcare-associated infections (HAI) are reported as required by internal and/or external stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Associate degree in a science related field (i.e., microbiology, nursing, public health, etc.).
Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred.
Experience: Minimum of two years of healthcare related experience. Previous Infection Prevention experience is preferred, but not required.
Licensure/Certification: Appropriate licensure, certification, or registration in the profession field of the applicant if applicable. If RN, must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of South Carolina or holds a current compact/multi-state license as a Registered Nurse in a recognized NCSBN Compact State and is not a permanent resident of SC. Certified by the Certification Board of infection Control & Epidemiology (CBIC) is required within the first three years in position. All licensures and/or certifications must be current. Completion of infection control training courses by a recognized professional society (e.g., APIC, SHEA) required within first year in position.
Primary Source Verification (if applicable): RN (if applicable) Nursing- SC Labor, Licensing and Regulation (LLR):
http://verify.llronline.com/LicLookup/LookupMain.aspx-
or compact RN state licensing board. https://cbic.execinc.com/edibo/PublicDirectory.
Knowledge and Skills: Computer, Internet skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) is essential. Ability to analyze data, problem solve, apply evidence-based guidelines, and collaborate with other departments on resolution of potential infection risk.
Other: Perform rotating on-call duties including day, night, weekend, and holiday coverage for a 7-day period. Occasionally, there are times when longer periods of on-call duties may be required.
Work Demands/Environment:
Frequent sitting, walking, standing, stooping, bending. May require lifting or moving items up to 25 lbs. Frequent use of finger/hand dexterity. Fully use both hands, arms, and legs. Reach in all directions. Constant talking or hearing. Corrected hearing and vision to normal range. Match or discriminate between colors. Possible exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue. Possible exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue, infectious materials, communicable diseases and/or other conditions common to a healthcare environment. Requires work under stressful conditions, deadlines, and/or irregular hours. Ability to read and comprehend. Travel may be required.
Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
- Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.
Department:
Infection Control - Roper St Francis Healthcare
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at
recruitment@RSFH.com
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