Infection Preventionist

Advocate Aurora Health

Lakeland, WI, US
Base: $38.20 - $57.30; bonus/equity: not specified...
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Infection control cic certification
Bachelor's degree in health science or nursing
5 years experience in infection control
** Advocate Aurora Health is seeking an Infection Preventionist for their Lakeland and Burlington locations. This full-time, hybrid role involves leading infection prevention initiatives, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring compliance with health standards. **

Job Summary

  • The Infection Preventionist leads the system Infection Prevention Program to prevent pathways to infection and proactively manage infection risk across the care continuum.
  • This role requires collaboration with physicians, nursing teams, and surveillance members to develop site-specific plans using a risk-based approach and ensure compliance with national standards.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards including competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, and educational assistance programs for career development.

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** Advocate Aurora Health is seeking an Infection Preventionist for their Lakeland and Burlington locations. This full-time, hybrid role involves leading infection prevention initiatives, collaborating with healthcare teams, and ensuring compliance with health standards. **

Salary

Base: $38.20 - $57.30; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement match, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Infection Control CIC certification
  • Bachelor's degree in Health Science or Nursing
  • 5 years experience in infection control
  • Risk-based approach to prevention
  • Outbreak investigation and management
  • Evidenced based practice implementation

Nice-to-have

  • Clinical inpatient acute care experience
  • Public health experience with patients
  • Leadership of projects or committees
  • Product innovation and evaluation skills
  • Cost saving initiative identification
  • Strong stakeholder communication skills

Key Requirements

  • CIC certification from CBIC required within 2 years
  • Bachelor's Degree in Health Science, Allied Health, or Nursing
  • Typically requires 5 years of relevant experience
  • Experience with microbiology, asepsis, and epidemiology
  • Ability to travel locally to other AH sites

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