Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Albany, GA
5x8 hrs, Days

 Infection Prevention Manager
 

Overview
The Infection Prevention Manager plays a key role in promoting a safe clinical environment by overseeing surveillance, education, and prevention initiatives across the hospital. This leader identifies hospital-acquired infections, monitors outbreaks, and collaborates with all departments to drive evidence-based practices that reduce risk and improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Perform ongoing infection control surveillance to identify hospital-acquired infections, trends, clusters, and potential outbreaks.
• Develop, review, and implement system-wide infection prevention policies and best practices.
• Partner with clinical and non-clinical departments to ensure compliance with infection prevention standards.
• Conduct in-service training and education to promote consistent infection control awareness across all staff.
• Serve as the liaison between the Infection Control Committee and hospital departments, facilitating communication and follow-through on initiatives.
• Lead quality improvement efforts related to infection prevention and regulatory readiness.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)

Experience Requirements

• 5+ years’ demonstrated experience in infection prevention across various clinical specialties (required)
• 1+ year in a healthcare leadership capacity (project leadership, oversight, team lead, etc.) (required)

Certifications

• Certified in Infection Control (CIC) preferred

Why You'll Love This Role

• Highly impactful position improving patient safety and hospital quality
• Collaborative environment with cross-department involvement
• Opportunity to lead strategic infection prevention initiatives