Infection Prevention and Control Specialist
Location:
Medical Center-Prosper
Department:
Administration-Nursing
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Standard Weekly Hours:
40
Summary:
Implements Cook Children's Health Care System Infection Control Program and Surveillance Plan. Performs surveillance for detection and prevention of infections occurring in the medical center and associated outpatient facilities. Utilizes an epidemiologic approach to preventing and controlling infections through problem solving, application of appropriate interventions, and education of personnel and families. Coordinates, implements, analyzes and makes independent judgments regarding institutional infection control practice and regulatory compliance. Manages aspects of data management, including abstraction, submission to federal agencies, and reporting to hospital/unit/department leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required1 year of experience in Infection Control with progressive responsibilities preferred
Working knowledge of OSHA, TJC, CDC, AIA and Texas DSHS compliance related to IC preferred Excellent computer, communication, and Information Systems skills
Ability to exercise independent judgment with strong analytical capabilities, excellent interpersonal and oral, written, communication skills
Adept in principles of adult education required
Certification/Licensure
Must be licensed as one of the following medical professionals: RN, MT or MLS in the state of Texas
Certification Infection Control within 3 years of hire
About Us:
Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Medical Center-Prosper
Department:
Administration-Nursing
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Standard Weekly Hours:
40
Summary:
Implements Cook Children's Health Care System Infection Control Program and Surveillance Plan. Performs surveillance for detection and prevention of infections occurring in the medical center and associated outpatient facilities. Utilizes an epidemiologic approach to preventing and controlling infections through problem solving, application of appropriate interventions, and education of personnel and families. Coordinates, implements, analyzes and makes independent judgments regarding institutional infection control practice and regulatory compliance. Manages aspects of data management, including abstraction, submission to federal agencies, and reporting to hospital/unit/department leadership.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required1 year of experience in Infection Control with progressive responsibilities preferred
Working knowledge of OSHA, TJC, CDC, AIA and Texas DSHS compliance related to IC preferred Excellent computer, communication, and Information Systems skills
Ability to exercise independent judgment with strong analytical capabilities, excellent interpersonal and oral, written, communication skills
Adept in principles of adult education required
Certification/Licensure
Must be licensed as one of the following medical professionals: RN, MT or MLS in the state of Texas
Certification Infection Control within 3 years of hire
About Us:
Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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