Infection Preventionist FT

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family :

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Our promise to you :

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule : Full-time

Shift : Days

Location : 7700 S BROADWAY, Littleton, 80122

The role you'll contribute :

The Infection Preventionist is a qualified individual with knowledge of CDC guidelines and definitions of nosocomial infections, TJC standards, Federal and State regulations. The infection preventionist is responsible for the investigation, identification, reporting, prevention and control of nosocomial infections among patients and personnel. Functions as a key member of the region infection prevention and patient safety teams.

The value you'll bring to the team :

Develops, implements and annually evaluates the hospitals infection control program to prevent and control the transmission of infections in the patient, employee, visitor and medical staff populations.

Responsible for oversight of the infection prevention and control program.

Demonstrates commitment to patient safety and protecting patients and providers by advocating safe practices and policies.

Responsible for the analysis and trending of occupational exposure incidents and information exchange between employee health and infection prevention and control departments.

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

Required qualifications :

Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing OR

Master's in public health or another healthcare related field

RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and / or Compact State Licensure

Preferred qualifications :

Bachelor's in Nursing

Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC)

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category : Infection Control

Organization : AdventHealth Littleton

Schedule : Full-time

Shift : 1 - Day

Req ID : 25038294

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability / handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.