RN Infection Control Spec - PT Safety and Quality

Job Details

Kettering Health Main | Kettering | Full Time | Days

• Accountable for the development and ongoing management of Greene Memorial Hospital’s Infection Control Program.
• The CIC Specialist is responsible for: ongoing employee education regarding infection control; performance of surveillance activities; implementation of prevention and control measures in response to a suspected or known bioterrorism-related outbreak; and specific audits that promote high quality care to all patients and reduces the risk of infection for employees and patients.
• Available to all departments, the Specialist serves as a resource for infection control questions and issues.
• The CIC specialist is accountable for his/her own professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law.
• Utilizing organizational resources, the CIC specialist acts as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care, which includes the delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities.
• The delivery of nursing care at Greene Memorial Hospital (GMH) reflects the philosophies, mission, vision and values of the organization and nursing department.
• Performs infection control surveillance activities, and specific audits that promote high quality care to all patients and reduce the risk of infection for employees and patients.

• ADN or BSN or BS in applicable health field

• 5 years’ experience in bedside nursing in an acute care facility

• [Ohio, United States] Registered Nurses RN license
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) obtained within 3 years of hire.

• Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations and critical analysis skills evidenced by previous experience.
• Knowledge of current health care practices as they relate to prevention of disease transmission.
• Knowledge of reportable diseases and documentation to complete for local, state, and government agencies.
• Ability to accept responsibility, analyze problems, evaluate reports, present data, and make infection control decisions regarding patient rare or employee concerns.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and good judgment in a self-directed role.
• Ability to use and interpret statistical data.
• Strong verbal/writing skills necessary.
• Strong interpersonal skills necessary.
• Has completed annual Corporate Integrity training.
• Maintains competencies and skills of specialty area of practice.

• Over 2 years of Infection Prevention and Control experience preferred

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.