Infection Control Practitioner (Full Time)
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:• Directs and coordinates the Hospital's infection control/prevention program. Maintains and implements infection control activities/standards as outlined by CDC, APIC, TJC, OSHA, State of Louisiana and regulatory agencies.SUPERVISION: Reports directly to the Director of Quality and SafetyRESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:• Maintains a high level of awareness of Infection Control/Prevention principles and regulations.• Serves as a resource person for the Hospital.• Advises Hospital on methods of compliance with state and federal infection control mandates and recommendations.• Reviews policies and procedures for compliance.• Advises and consults with physicians, nurses, and hospital personnel concerning precautions to be taken to protect patients, staff and others from infectious disease exposure.• Maintains surveillance activities, systematically collects data and prepares statistical reports.• Aggregates, tracks, trends and graphs infection control data.• Investigates, evaluates, reports and assists in control of clusters or outbreaks of infections.• Advise Employee Health on investigation, testing, follow-up for employees who have communicable disease.• Conducts general orientation and on-going education in infection control and employee health issues.• Serves a liaison with the state and local health departments.• Monitors the health alert network, communicates with the Office of Public Health and participates in community drills and planning as related to Infection Control.• Monitors isolation practices and procedures.• Maintain current knowledge of federal, state and local regulations and ensure that the facility leaders are informed of appropriate issues; understand and comply with infection control, safety and OSHA procedures and regulations.The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE• Primary professional training in nursing, medical technology, microbiology, epidemiology, or other related fields.• Minimum of 3 yrs. of experience as an RN or in a public health role preferred.• Prefer at least 1 yr. in Infection Control or additional course work or certification in infection control.• Certification by Association of Practitioners in Infection Control (APIC) preferred.• Current CPR Certification.• Computer skills to prepare reports.Physical Demands/Work Environment• Work requires a variety of physical activities such as standing, walking, bending, stooping or sitting for long periods of time.• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Experience Memorial is more than a slogan, its the care we provide our patients and its the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated. Apply tot his job