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Infection Preventionist III -Certified -Katy Hospital
Memorial Hermann Health System —Katy, TX
- Part-time
- Nursing
- Hospital
- Mid-level

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Infection Preventionist III -Certified -Katy Hospital

Memorial Hermann Health System -
Katy, TX

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Job Details

Part-time

Qualifications

Statistics
Stakeholder engagement
Occupational health expertise
Microbiology
Statistics
EHR systems
Employee relationship building
Certification in Infection Prevention & Control
Microbiology
Databases
Epidemiological research
Bachelor's degree
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Occupational health & safety
Meeting facilitation
Productivity software
NHSN (National Healthcare Safety Network)
Hospital regulatory compliance
Team building

Full Job Description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

The Infection Preventionist III role executes the implementation of the infection prevention program in a hospital, central and ambulatory care setting. This individual will be involved in the education of patients, health care providers, consultation to leadership and ambulatory/hospital staff. This individual will be involved in monitoring of healthcare practices that will place patients and healthcare providers at risk, surveillance of healthcare associated infections through chart abstraction, application of standardized criteria and data submission, and will communicate findings to healthcare providers and hospital leadership. The Infection Preventionist III is a active participant in accreditation and licensing activities. This position reports to the Regional Manager of Infection Prevention.The individual is responsible for assisting the IP IV and Regional Manager in training of incoming infection preventionists and surveillance inter-rater reliability checks. The IP III may also provide support for activities and/or facilities in need. The individual is responsible for assisting leadership with Joint Commission preparedness across a region and/or the System.
Job Description

Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelors degree in nursing, public health or related field; Masters preferred
Licenses/Certifications: Certified in Infection Control (CIC) required

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

Minimum four (4) years of infection prevention and control experience
Effective oral and written communication skills
Proficient with Microsoft Office, databases, NHSN, and electronic medical record review
Team facilitation skills required
Proficiency in statistics, microbiology, patient care practices, epidemiology, and occupational health
Knowledge of regulatory, licensing, and professional clinical guidelines
Strong relationship management skills, including team facilitation, consensus building, and ability to influence stakeholders at multiple levels, including work team

Principal Accountabilities

Demonstrates principal accountabilities of Infection Preventionist II.
Guides and supports IP I and II in required data analysis.
Serves as the infection control consultant for multiple departments/facilities across any region.
Assists Regional Manager and Level IV IP in training entry-level IPs on HAI surveillance and coordinates training schedules.
Assists Regional Manager and Level IV IP in conducting inter-rater reliability checks.
Oversees outbreak investigations at a regional level.
Assists with training and/or leads required audits regionally.
Leads infection prevention robust process improvement initiatives and projects across the continuum of care as needed.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.

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