Infection Preventionist

Endeavorhealth

Naperville, Illinois, US
$38.67 - $59.94 hourly; benefits: various medical,...
Onsite
Surveillance of communicable diseases
Track hospital-acquired infections
Investigate infection clusters
Endeavor Health is seeking a full-time Infection Preventionist in Naperville, Illinois, responsible for overseeing infection control measures within a healthcare facility. The ideal candidate will have a relevant bachelor's degree, experience in infectious diseases, and strong communication skills, with benefits including premium pay, career growth opportunities, and various health plans

Job Summary

  • The Infection Preventionist is responsible for overseeing and implementing infection control measures within a healthcare facility, monitoring, preventing, and controlling the spread of infectious diseases.
  • Assures compliance with Joint Commission, OSHA, and the Illinois Dept. of Public Health standards and regulations, all within the context of controlling and minimizing infection risks and the promotion of quality care.
  • Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties.

Matching Summary

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Endeavor Health is seeking a full-time Infection Preventionist in Naperville, Illinois, responsible for overseeing infection control measures within a healthcare facility. The ideal candidate will have a relevant bachelor's degree, experience in infectious diseases, and strong communication skills, with benefits including premium pay, career growth opportunities, and various health plans.

Salary

$38.67 - $59.94 hourly; Benefits: Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options, Tuition Reimbursement, Free Parking, Wellness Program, Savings Plan, Health Savings Account Options, Retirement Options with Company Match, Paid Time Off, Community Involvement Opportunities

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Surveillance of communicable diseases
  • Track hospital-acquired infections
  • Investigate infection clusters
  • Perform infection prevention rounds
  • Communicate with public health authorities
  • Develop infection control strategies

Nice-to-have

  • Promote quality care
  • Influence and motivate others
  • Adult learning principles
  • Results-oriented approach
  • Community-connected care

Key Requirements

  • Bachelors Degree Nursing Required
  • Bachelors Degree Medical Technology Required
  • Bachelors Degree Public Health Required
  • 2 Years Experience as staff nurse or lab scientist
  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois
  • Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - AMT
  • Certified in Infection Control (CIC) within two years

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Not specified

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