RN Infection Preventionist - FT

h3Job Description Summary /h3ulliThe RN Infection Preventionist evaluates the quality of resident care and outcomes as they relate to Healthcare Acquired Infections (HAI) and Community Acquired Infections (CAI) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and MUSC Health's standards. Collects, prepares, and analyzes HAI data. Presents infection data and makes recommendations for actions. Monitors care team member compliance with infection control standards through use of barriers and infection prevention measures. Prepares and presents education for the staff, residents, and families. Serves as a resource to all departments and personnel. /liliReports to Director of Nursing (DON) /liliEntity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) /liliWorker Type Employee /liliWorker Sub-Type Regular /liliCost Center CC FLO - Quality (FMC) /liliPay Rate Type Salary /liliPay Grade Health-28 /liliScheduled Weekly Hours 40 /liliWork Shift /li /ulh3Job Description /h3ulliConducts infection control surveillance throughout the organization. Identifies, investigates and records data concerning healthcare associated infections, epidemiologically significant organisms and state reportable diseases. Initiates control measures as authorized by designated committees. Works independently with computer/internet access, managing multiple priorities in a physical environment that houses the hospital system's Quality Department. /li /ulh3Additional Job Description /h3ulliEducation : Must possess a nursing diploma /liliMust be currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing throughout employment. /liliMust have CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment. /liliMust have obtained specialized IPC training beyond initial professional training or education prior to assuming the role. If a facility's resident population changes, the IP should re-evaluate their knowledge and skills and may need to obtain additional training for the change in the facility's scope of care. /liliPrior experience with geriatrics preferred /liliMust have applicable certifications or training per State requirements (e.g., Certified TB Nurse) /liliExperience : 1-3 years' experience in Infection Prevention and Control /liliLicenses/Certificates : Certification in Infection Control preferred. Must be BLS and ACLS certified. /li /ulpIf you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! /ppThe Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. /ppMedical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: /p #J-18808-Ljbffr