Infection Prevention Coordinator

At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.

Summary:

The Coordinator is a proficient and experienced Infection Prevention (IP) professional who demonstrates mastery with board certification in Infection Control. Serves as a departmental mentor and subject matter expert, models collaboration, and provides leadership and oversight for the IP program in the manager’s absence. The Coordinator is capable of independently conducting complex surveillance, data analysis, risk assessments, and evaluation of evidence-based standards, guidelines, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

Participates and facilitates multiple performance improvement activities, projects, and collaborative committees throughout the hospital.Implements and evaluates standard methods and definitions for identifying infections to ensure consistent and accurate application.Develops and delivers evidence-based and data-driven educational sessions and learning tools.Manages and maintains databases within electronic systems to support surveillance, reporting, and presentations related to infection prevention and control.Serves as departmental resource for peers and supports workflow efficiency while independently managing responsibilities.Serves as resource in outbreak management and coordinates cross-departmental response efforts.Analyzes surveillance data to identify healthcare associated infection (HAI), detect clusters and emerging patterns, leads investigations, and contributes to the development of evidence-based action plans to prevent or contain infections.Identifies and interprets trends in data concerning infections and infectious diseases and communicates effectively through verbal and written reports to various audiences including, but not limited to, leadership, physicians, and staff.

Competencies:

ACCOUNTABILITY, ANALYSIS AND DECISION MAKING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, DEVELOPS RELATIONSHIPS, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, HEALTHCARE REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT, MANAGEMENT OF NFORMATION, PRODUCTIVITY, PROFESSIONAL CREDIBILITY, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, WORKLOAD MANAGEMENT

Education and Certification Requirements:

Accredited Program (Required)Certified in Infection Control (CIC) - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology (CBIC), Clinical Lab Technologist License (TN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL), Registered Nurse Compact License (RN LICENSE COMPACT) - Compact RN Multistate, Registered Nurse License (RN LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)

Additional Job Information:

Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, effective communications skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Required Work Experience: Three (3) years’ experience in infection prevention in a healthcare facility (acute-care preferred). Other Information: Additional Education Info: Registered/Professional Nursing, Epidemiology, or Microbiology program, or a Master's degree in Public Health (MPH).Additional License/Certification Info: Florida State licensure required for Registered Nurse or Clinical Lab Technologist. Licensure not required for Master of Public Health. Board Certification in Infection Control (CIC) required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Bending and Stooping = 0%
•  Climbing = 0%
•  Keyboard Entry = 80%
•  Kneeling = 0%
•  Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 40%
•  Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
•  Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
•  Reaching = 60%
•  Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
•  Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 80%
•  Running = 0%
•  Sitting = 80%
•  Squatting = 0%
•  Standing = 80%
•  Walking = 80%
•  Audible Speech = 80%
•  Hearing Acuity = 80%
•  Smelling Acuity = 0%
•  Taste Discrimination = 0%
•  Depth Perception = 80%
•  Distinguish Color = 60%
•  Seeing - Far = 80%
•  Seeing - Near = 80%
•  Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
•  Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
•  Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
•  Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
•  Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
•  Asbestos = 0%
•  Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
•  Dust = 60%
•  Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
•  Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
•  Hazardous Medication = 40%
•  Latex = 60%
•  Computer Monitor = 80%
•  Domestic Animals = 60%
•  Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
•  Fire Risk = 0%
•  Hazardous Noise = 0%
•  Heating Devices = 0%
•  Hypoxia = 0%
•  Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
•  Magnetic Fields = 0%
•  Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
•  Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
•  Potential Electric Shock = 0%
•  Potential for Physical Assault = 60%
•  Radiation = 0%
•  Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
•  Unprotected Heights = 0%
•  Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 60%

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Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

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