Infection Control Specialist; RN

Infection Control Specialist (RN)

The Infection Control Specialist is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, and assessment of the hospital-wide infection control program. The Specialist will review the Daily Admissions List, perform medical surveillance rounds, review laboratory tests and chest x-rays, make computer entries into multiple computerized surveillance systems, perform chart reviews to abstract clinical data, assist with education and training related to Infection Control/Epidemiology, attend education programs, and assist with office functions.

• Current Pennsylvania Registered Nursing License or Temporary Practice Permit preferred
• Bachelor Degree in nursing or health related field preferred
• Five (5) years of clinical experience preferred
• Infection control or perioperative nursing experience preferred
• Infection control certification required within three (3) years of start date in position
• Computer skills required

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Mid-Senior level

Temporary

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care