INFECTION PREVENTNIST
Company: Forrest General Hospital
Location: Hattiesburg
Posted on: May 1, 2025
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Job Description:
The Infection Preventionist performs under the direct
supervision of the Director of Quality Management. The primary
responsibility is to assure that policies and procedures are
developed and implemented to prevent and control infections. The
Infection Preventionist has the oversight authority for cooperating
with departments in performance improvement activities. Other
responsibilities include surveillance, analysis, reporting, and
recording as well as setting standards and evaluating compliance
for practices that are associated with the prevention and control
of healthcare-associated infections. Collaborates with clinical and
non-clinical leaders and managers to implement prevention and
control measures. Employs organizational strategies in a balanced
approach that produces meaningful contributions to each element of
the Formula for Success. Requires the promotion and adherence to
the organization's established Compliance Program and Standards of
Conduct. Demonstrates knowledge and skills to appropriately
communicate and interact with the patients, families, and visitors
of all age groups while being sensitive to their cultural and
religious beliefs. Performs other duties as assigned by the QM
Director.
Performance Expectations:
Performance expectations will be covered in the orientation to your
job.
Qualifications:
Education/Skills
Associate degree or Bachelor degree in nursing, or Bachelor degree
in medical laboratory science required. Graduate of a recognized
non-online RN program required for nurses.
Work Experience:
An individual with previous experience in the area of infection
surveillance, prevention, and control is preferred. This person
should possess a broad knowledge base and/or job experience in
areas related to the application of epidemiological principles and
infectious disease, concepts of sterilization, disinfection,
sanitation, and adult education principles and practices related to
patient care. Effective decision-making and communication skills
are required. Minimum of two years clinical experience in an acute
care hospital with two months of orientation to the position.
Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE
Mental Demands:
Interfaces with peers, patients, public, physicians and personnel
daily. Work subject to unanticipated interruptions. Data collection
and analysis require focused attention. Ability to perform as a
team member, cooperates with others, demonstrate initiative, set
priorities, and function under stress.
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Keywords: Forrest General Hospital, Jackson , INFECTION PREVENTNIST, Other , Hattiesburg, Mississippi
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