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The Infection Control Manager is trained in hospital epidemiology principles and is responsible for the surveillance, analysis, interpretation and reporting of hospital acquired infections (HAI), educating employees about infection prevention; and the development of health system policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection control standards that meet TJC, OSHA, Centers for Medicaid/Medicare Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other nationally organized agencies recommendations and requirements.
Job Responsibility:
Surveillance, analysis, interpretation and reporting of hospital acquired infections (HAI)
Educating employees about infection prevention
Development of health system policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection control standards
Serve as back up to the employee health RN as needed for employee surveillance and assistance with workers' compensation
Coordinates the development and evaluation of the organization's infection prevention and control strategies, policies, and planning
Collects and performs statistical analysis, interpretation, and dissemination of healthcare acquired infection data, including risk assessment, surveillance priorities, and outcomes analysis
Monitors local, state, and federal regulations and ensures compliance with accrediting and regulatory agencies' standards and requirements
Assists with the development of educational resources and initiatives
Monitors research and developments in the field of infection prevention and control to identify best practices
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree preferred
Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education
Basic Life Support (BLS) one month from hire date
Registered Nurse licensed to work in the state of Kentucky
What we offer:
Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
Competitive Paid Time Off
Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
Advancement opportunities with responsive, supportive leadership