What are the responsibilities and job description for the Infection Control Practitioner- Full Time- Days position at South Nassau Communities Hospital?
Compensation
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Status : Full Time Regular
Shift: DAY SHIFT
Department: Infection Control
Position Summary
Summary: The Infection Control/Prevention professional is responsible to assist and support the hospitals Infection Control Plan. Under the direction of the Infection Control Committee and Hospital Epidemiologist, this staff member provides surveillance monitoring, helps to maintain proper control measures and practices to reduce the risk and prevent the spread of infection.
Qualifications
Responsibilities: Education Required
Must complete in-house orientation program
Graduate of an accredited Registered Nurse or Clinical Microbiology program.
Bachelors Health Related degree required, Masters, preferred.
Experience And Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Speaks, reads and writes English
Three or more years experience in hospital nursing or clinical microbiology in a hospital setting.
Good oral and written communications skills including computer skills in Excel are essential.
Advanced knowledge of Infection Control practices.
License/Certifications
Licensed and currently registered or otherwise duly authorized to practice as a professional nurse in New York State or clinical microbiologist.
Certification in Infection Control preferred.
If not certified, certification required within 2 years of hire.
Working Conditions
Other information: Working Conditions
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) worn
Frequent, prolonged standing/walking, lifts, positions and/or transfer of patients.
Protective clothing worn; face shields, gloves, impermeable gown, particulate respirator.
