The Infection Control Specialist directs the infection prevention and control program, including design and implementation of surveillance for nosocomial events, proactive implementation of infection prevention strategies, analysis of surveillance results, provision of education, development of policies and procedures, and development of new programs as necessary, for their respective hospital campus
Job Summary
The Infection Control Specialist directs the infection prevention and control program, including design and implementation of surveillance for nosocomial events, proactive implementation of infection prevention strategies, analysis of surveillance results, provision of education, development of policies and procedures, and development of new programs as necessary, for their respective hospital campus.
Mount Carmel Health System serves more than a million patients in central Ohio each year, and we've been a pillar of this community for more than 130 years.
Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings account with employer match, generous paid time off programs, employee recognition incentive program, tuition/professional development reimbursement, relocation assistance, and discounted tuition at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
Matching Summary
The Infection Control Specialist directs the infection prevention and control program, including design and implementation of surveillance for nosocomial events, proactive implementation of infection prevention strategies, analysis of surveillance results, provision of education, development of policies and procedures, and development of new programs as necessary, for their respective hospital campus.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Surveillance for nosocomial events
Implement infection prevention strategies
Epidemiologic principles
CDC National Healthcare Safety Network definitions
Infection Control Committee reporting
Nice-to-have
Pillar of the community
Invest in great people
Make a difference and do the right thing
Vibrant blend of attractions
Key Requirements
Certification in Infection Control (CIC) within two years
RN license in Ohio preferred
3+ years RN experience in hospital setting
3+ years Infection Prevention/Control experience
Licensed or certified healthcare professional (non-nursing)