Infection Preventionist RN or Master's CIC - Hospital - Stamford CT
Location
Stamford, CT | United States
Job description
A healthcare network in Connecticut is actively seeking a new Infection Preventionist for a promising opportunity with their growing staff. In this role, the Infection Preventionist will be responsible for participating in the management of a facility-wide Infection Prevention and Control program for the surveillance, prevention and control of infection.
Responsibilities:
The Infection Preventionist will:
- Collect, analyze, and report data, the formulation and review of policies and procedures
- Plan, implement, evaluate and revise infection prevention and control practices
- Conduct outbreak and cluster investigations as indicated
- Participate in employee education programs
- Collaborate with the Infectious Disease physicians, Microbiologists, and other health care providers regarding infectious or employee health related issues
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications: - 3+ years of Hospital Nursing experience with CT Registered Nurse (RN) license; or, Master's Degree in a Health-related field with their Certification in Infection Control (CIC)
- Knowledgeable in regulatory requirements such as Joint Commission and CMS, and in Outbreak investigation
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