Jackson Park Hospital is looking for a Registered Nurse who has extensive experience in Infection Control in a hospital setting.
Essential Responsibilities:
Research and education are important functions of this job. This job will be required to use scientific research to recommend, implement and monitor policies and procedures for the hospital staff regarding sterilization, disinfection and decontamination of personnel, instruments and equipment. You will be required to educate patients and their families, regarding disease prevention and conduct education sessions for hospital employees.
This position will serve in the interest by implementing disease outbreak intervention procedures in affected areas of the hospital while notifying the appropriate authorities in the event of an outbreak. It will be required to collect, record and analyze hospital records and lab reports for the purpose of making appropriate recommendations for action. The Infection Control Nurse must communicate with all divisions and departments.
Skills:
- In-depth knowledge of infection prevention and control practices, guidelines and regulations.
- Familiar with Healthcare associated infections and their prevention strategies.
- Strong understanding of microbiology, epidemiology and infectious diseases.
- Proficient in using software applications for data analysis and reporting.
- Ability to stay updated on emerging trends, research, and best practices in infection control.
- Experience is providing education and training to healthcare staff on infection control practices.
Qualifications:
- Experience in Infection Control in a Hospital/Healthcare setting is a MUST.
- A minimum of three (3) years of RN experience is a MUST.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Education:
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person