Full-Time
Infection Prevention Program Manager
Registered Nurse
Updated on 9/4/2026
Whitney M Young Jr Health Center
Compensation Overview
$95k - $105k/yr
Albany, NY, USA
In Person
Bachelor's
Category
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary |
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Required Skills
Microsoft Office
Nursing
Electronic Health Records (EHR)
HIPAA
Data Analysis
Requirements
- Current New York State nursing license.
- Certification in Infection Prevention and Control (CIC) is required within one year.
- Five or more years of experience in health care services.
- Prior supervisory experience.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Cultural sensitivity and competency related to the populations served.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products.
Responsibilities
- Implement and continuously monitor infection prevention practices across the organization, the Sexually Transmitted Infection Prevention Clinic, and the triage registered nurses supporting clinical units.
- Support maintenance of Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA)-waived point-of-care testing and clinical application of the electronic medical record.
- Supervise triage nursing staff, including scheduling, performance management, and addressing staff needs.
- Provide clinical oversight to the triage team.
- Provide administrative support to the Director of Nursing as assigned.
- Develop and support employees at all levels in a supportive atmosphere.
- Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to plan scheduled meetings and conferences.
- Take appropriate and timely action to resolve identified operational and clinical issues.
- Manage the Health Center’s infection prevention activities.
- Collect, analyze, and report infection control surveillance data.
- Coordinate and complete competencies for all point-of-care testing.
- Collaborate with the Clinical Pharmacist on medication management processes related to infection prevention practices.
- Serve as the Infection Prevention Nurse and facilitate scheduled infection prevention meetings.
- Provide initial and ongoing education and training to employees on infection prevention strategies and patient-centered care.
- Collaborate with nursing and medical leadership to implement infection prevention protocols, policies, and procedures.
- Collaborate with the Facilities Department to interpret regulatory standards and implement organizational goals.
- Work with the Director of Nursing and Director of Risk and Compliance to oversee corporate compliance in clinical areas.
- Promote compliance with state and federal regulations regarding hazardous waste safety.
- Advocate for current evidence-based infection prevention guidelines, including ACIP, CDC, New York State Department of Health, and Joint Commission guidance.
- Coordinate placement of respiratory etiquette supplies in patient waiting areas.
- Collaborate with county and state partners to reduce the prevalence and incidence of sexually transmitted infections through early detection and treatment.
- Monitor employee fit testing with nursing supervisors.
- Conduct New York State Department of Health public health audits.
- Coordinate health assessment appointments, follow up on missing documentation, and assist with annual health assessment processes, including respiratory fit testing.
- Collaborate with Human Resources to monitor and track individuals in the clearance process.
- Prioritize tasks, manage time effectively, and oversee multiple responsibilities.
- Communicate HIPAA compliance, corporate compliance, and client confidentiality requirements effectively.
- Maintain compliance with relevant internal and external regulatory policies and procedures.
- Adhere to the National Patient Safety Goals defined by Whitney Young Health.
- Complete other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing.