Infection Control Nurse

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* Job Description:

** Full Time 40 hours per week  Monday through Friday   Occasional Call Assist the Infection Control Department in the management of hospital Infection Control Program and serves as a consultant to all hospital departments regarding infections and current preventative measures. Responsible for assisting with surveillance, control and prevention of infectious disease by planning, organizing and managing the hospital Infection Control Program.
* Consultant to all hospital departments regarding infections and current preventative measures
* Determines and implements Quality Improvement monitors for Infection Control and reports all data to the infection control committee and hospital Quality Improvement program.
* Provides in-service and orientation to hospital personnel regarding infection control policies and procedures in accordance with accreditation standards.
* Performs surveillance activities as directed by the Infection Control Committee and facilitates corrective actions as necessary.
* Reviews microbiologic data and advises appropriate personnel of significant findings.
• Reports to state and federal agencies those disease required reportable.

Requirements:
* Registered Nurse in the state of KY
* BSN preferred
* APIC certification preferred
* Relevant work experience preferred

Benefits:
* Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
* Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
* Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
* Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
* Employee Assistance Program
* Retirement plans with company match
** Work Experience
**** Education**###
* If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!*### Baptist Health is an
* Equal Employment Opportunity
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