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Infection Preventionist

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

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Posted:
April 14, 2018
Location:
Fairbanks, Alaska
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Salary:
Open
Type:
Full Time - Experienced
Discipline:
General Nursing
Preferred Education:
RN

Overview

The Infection Preventionist assists the supervisor in organizing and directing the activities of the infection control program for all departments throughout a facility or ambulatory setting, including surveillance, infection prevention and control measures, and education for employees.

 

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio and a culture of Shared Leadership. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

 

Position Available:

40 hours per week

8 hour shifts 

Days

On Call Required (Rotating Schedule)

 

RN Degree Highly Preferred

 

 

Responsibilities

  1. Conducts focused surveillance for healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), detects and records HAIs on a systematic and current basis, analyzes HAIs and prepares reports for the Infection Control Committee of the facility or ambulatory setting. Reports communicable diseases as required by regulation. 
  1. Makes recommendations when problems are identified. Interprets department policies and procedures in conjunction with the supervisor. 
  1. Interacts with physicians, nurses, department managers, supervisors, and other professional and nonprofessional staff members as a consultant. 
  1. Enters data into computer, prepares reports, conducts analytical studies and summarizes surveillance data. 
  1. Initiates epidemiological investigations of significant clusters of infections and single cases of unusual infection. 
  1. Assists with continuing infection control education and in-service programs to departments, including orientation for new employees. 
  1. Reviews and assists with evaluation of hospital policies, procedures and guidelines as they relate to infection control. Assists in writing and revising infection control policies and procedures. 
  1. Makes recommendations regarding construction, renovation, environmental rounds, and assures compliance with national and/or professional standards. 

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

 

NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager. 

 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Requires a current RN license with BSN preferred, OR Masters in Public Health (MPH), OR certified medical technologist, OR a bachelor's degree in healthcare related field.

 

Must have a minimum of two years clinical experience in a hospital setting or disease surveillance experience in a public health setting.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Association for Practitioners in Infection Control (APIC) training course or equivalent desired. Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is preferred. Computer skills, research and basic statistical knowledge is preferred.

 

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORS

IP - Typical Indirect Patient Care Environment: (CSPD Instrument Technician, Lab Technician, Pharmacist)

  • Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently.
  • May be required to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids.
  • Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone.
  • May require periodic to frequent use of personal computer.
  • Off-site travel may be required.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. 

Internal Number: Job ID 2017-2708
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital
About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio and a culture of Shared Leadership. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.
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