Travel Nurse RN - Infection Control
Fairfield, CA
WissenCare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

JOB SUMMARY:
The Infection Prevention Coordinator (IPC) is a professional who works independently and collaboratively with the Infection Prevention Manager (IPM) and the Medical Director of Infectious Disease Medicine / Hospital Epidemiology to provide service line support to Client.
Acts as a resource for department, administration, medical staff, and hospital personnel in areas related to Infection Prevention.
As an infection prevention expert this position will serve as an infection control resource, in partnership with the IP Manager and the Epidemiologist/Medical Director of Infectious Disease, according to the CMS and TJC standards.
Ensures that projects and activities of the hospital are in accordance with the Infection Prevention Plan, TJC Regulations, Title XXII, and Hospital Policy.
Participates in all aspects of the Infection Prevention Program including surveillance, monitoring, prevention, and education on infection prevention processes within both Client and Client-VacaValley Hospitals and Client.
Submits reports and reviews in a complete, final and timely manner.
Applies supervisory experience to recognize when to escalate problems to the IPM but otherwise uses excellent judgment in dealing with daily issues as they arise.
The IPC is able work to work independently utilizing a high level of initiative, judgment and critical thinking skills and collaboratively using good team and communication skills.