Infection Prevention Specialist Job at Baptist Health (Florida) (Jacksonville)

Infection Prevention Specialist

Baptist Health (Florida)

Location:
United States of America , Jacksonville

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Baptist Health is hiring an Infection Prevention Specialist. This is a full-time, in-person opportunity located at Baptist South. The role demonstrates knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) through certification and applies their knowledge and experience to guide practice while learning more advanced concepts. The position is responsible for collaborating to develop, implement and sustain effective IPC strategies.

Job Responsibility:

Implements and monitors IPC program and practices
Collaborates to align IPC program goals with organizational goals
Provides mentorship to IPs and seeks mentorship from experienced IPs
Applies epidemiologic principles and uses appropriate benchmarks
Evaluates the significance of surveillance and investigational findings to make recommendations for improvement
Evaluates the effectiveness of surveillance plans and modifies as necessary
Creates education program(s) to meet the needs and learning styles of the audience
Conducts IPC assessments and/or rounding and communicates findings and recommendations
Uses technology to identify disease and illness trends
Validates systems to ensure accurate data
Utilizes applicable reporting systems as required
Performs data management, analysis, and visualization
Participates with analysis to identify system failure elements and areas of improvement
Uses data and statistical techniques to describe data, calculate risk-adjusted rates and establish benchmarks
Evaluates findings and make recommendations for improvement
Performs risk assessments and develops action plans that include goals and measurable objectives
Collaborates with internal and/or external partners to promote health and positive clinical outcomes for the larger community and continuum of care
Review research findings to determine whether to implement findings
Participates and may lead research and quality improvement projects
Disseminates relevant research findings through practice, education, and/or consultation

Requirements:

1-2 years Related Experience Preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) Required
Associate Infection Prevention and Control (a-IPC) Certification Required
Licensed Registered Nurse Preferred
BS Education Preferred

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 22, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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