Infection Preventionist - PT - Days - MHS

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: Provides surveillance for infection control purposes. Identifies, investigates, and records data concerning nosocomial infections and infectious diseases. Initiates infection control measures as directed by infection control committee. Develops infection control policies and prevention programs. Responsibilities: Provides staff training and education.Maintains, records, tracks, and trends data concerning infections and infectious diseases.Uses standard methods and criteria for identifying infections.Investigates and monitors known or potential sources of suspected infections in order to determine source and ensure control. Competencies: ACCOUNTABILITY, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION, HEALTHCARE REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT, INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL - ANCILLARY AND SUPPORT, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR, TEAM WORK Education and Certification Requirements: Accredited Program (Required)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. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel PowerPoint and EHR systems. Required Work Experience: One (1) year of relevant healthcare experience required. 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. 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% Shift: Primarily for office workers - not eligible for shift differential 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. 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