SHSMD Career Center
Garland, Texas
Posted: 05-Feb-23
Location: waco, Texas
Salary: Open
Categories:
Internal Number: 22024718
JOB SUMMARY
The RN Infection Prevention Manager plans, develops, implements, manages, and evaluates a comprehensive facility infection control program under the direction of the infection prevention and control medical director and the designated multidisciplinary committee on infections.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
RN - Registered Nurse
Supervises and manages assigned staff, which includes the responsibility for, or whose recommendations are given weight, for hiring, firing, performance evaluation, training, work assignments, and problem resolution
Establishes, implements, and administrates infection prevention program goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
Provides leadership and management of key infection and control program initiatives to prevent the transmission of infections, applying epidemiologic principles and statistical methods
Oversees the identification, implementation, and management of evidence-based strategies to address complex infection prevention and control problems, risks, and trends
Develops an annual surveillance plan based on the population(s) served, services provided, and analysis of surveillance data, and evaluates and modifies the plan as necessary
Ensures compliance with national standards and regulating bodies such as Joint Commission, CDC, OSHA, FDA, and HHS
Provides consultation to providers, staff, clinicians, and nursing regarding the management of patients with communicable diseases and coordinates the implementation of appropriate isolation procedures
Promotes and facilitates continuous quality improvement activities to achieve a multi-disciplinary patient approach to infection prevention and control
Compiles and analyzes surveillance data and other infection-related performance improvement data, and reports to appropriate committees, hospital staff, and local health departments
Oversees, plans, organizes, develops, and implements educational programs for employees to maintain compliance with the regulatory agencies, increase employee awareness of existence of nosocomial infections; techniques for avoidance and preventive measures to provide a safe environment for hospital employees and patients
Develops, recommends, and implements an annual department budget. Monitors expenditures and explains variances. Evaluates and recommends new products related to infection prevention and control
Performs other position appropriate duties as required in a competent, professional, and courteous manner
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
Advanced knowledge of accreditation and regulatory compliance for infection prevention and control
Subject matter expertise in infection prevention and control principles and practices
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent data collection, analysis, and presentation skills
Advanced skill in the use of computers and related software applications
Ability to provide leadership and management of key infection prevention and control initiatives
Ability to develop, implement and conduct infection prevention and control training program and seminars
Ability to conduct independent research and evaluate results in the field of epidemiology and infection control
Ability to interact collegially with all levels and disciplines within the organization, including physicians, department heads, administrators, and all staff
Ability to supervise, train, and motivate employees
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the following
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - RN Bachelor's
- EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
The Certification Board of Infection Control - CBIC or CIC
