INFECTION PREVENTIONIST II
Camden, NJ Job ID 19401 Job Type Full Time Shift Day Specialty Other ProfessionalAt Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
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Short Description
Assists with day to-day supervision of the Infection Prevention department and program. Has significant prior experience in both infection prevention/control and a related field (e.g. nursing, microbiology, epidemiology).
Demonstrates competence in CDC NHSN Hospital acquired infection surveillance and Reporting requirements. Carries out collection, analysis, & reporting of data on infections.
Serves as a knowledgeable source of TJC, OSHA and CDC recommendations for infection prevention.
Will provide routine education and orientation to associates regarding topics associated with infection prevention as requested to support the hospital-based infection prevention management team and to keep training and education.
Materials current. Provides consultation regarding infection control matters. Demonstrates competence in sterilization and high-level Disinfection procedures. Inspects inpatient areas as well as outpatient offices/clinics/facilities associated with Cooper for regulatory standards in infection prevention and related employee safety with the Participation in tracer activity as assigned. Reports all findings to the appropriate responsible entity.
Works closely with the Director/Hospital Epidemiologist/Infection Prevention Committee to assist with the development of all infection prevention activities. Investigates clusters/outbreaks/increased rates of infections. Investigates potential exposures to communicable diseases and communicates to all with a need to know. Reports designated diseases/data to NJDOH or other State agencies as required.
Applies Cooper core values. Other duties as required.
Experience Required
2 years in an acute care hospital and One year in Infection Prevention
Education Requirements
BSN (RN) , Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Bachelor’s in a healthcare related field. (Advanced degree preferred, ie MPH, MD, NP, etc.)
License/Certification Requirements
Certified in Infection Prevention & Control (CIC) required
About the Area
With the help of Cooper, I have obtained my Epic Certification as well as my Masters in Business Administration. Cooper has really been supportive and really helpful in helping me to develop professionally and personally they really believe in a strong work-life balance.
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