Travel Nurse RN - Infection Control
Sitka, AK
Wellspring Nurse Source
5x8 hrs, Flexible

The Infection Preventionist (IP) is responsible for the surveillance, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). This role includes monitoring reportable conditions, educating employees on infection prevention, and developing health system policies and procedures that adhere to rigorous infection prevention and control standards in accordance with regulatory agencies such as the Joint Commission, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, maintain, and update the Infection Prevention and Control Plan and Program in line with regulatory standards and leading practices.
• Write, approve, and implement policies and procedures to support the Infection Prevention and Control program using guidelines from CDC, OSHA, FDA, and the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC).
• Collect, trend, prepare, and maintain all infection control data and statistical reports, providing necessary documentation to regulatory agencies.
• Educate and train staff, patients, and communities about infection prevention and control measures.
• Conduct new and annual employee orientation and training focused on infection prevention and control.
• Collaborate with the Performance Improvement team and support departmental needs.
• Serve as a role model and co-chair for the Infection Prevention and Control Committee.
• Travel to various locations to assess, educate, and train staff regarding infection control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field (Nursing, Public Health, Epidemiology, Microbiology, or a similar area).
• Master’s degree in a healthcare-related field (MPH, MSN) preferred.
• Certification in Infection Control (CIC) is required.
• Certification as a Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be current.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in acute care and infection control, including data collection and performance improvement/risk management experience.
• Experience with basic statistics and epidemiological principles is required.
• Long-term care Infection Prevention and Control experience is a plus.

Join a dedicated team and contribute to the safety and quality of healthcare through expertise in infection prevention and control.