RN - Infection Prevention Practicioner - WCMC Infection Prevention - Per Diem -

## **Job Description:**The RN - The Infection Prevention Practitioner coordinates the Infection Prevention Program activities by providing surveillance, education, and expert consultative services relative to the prevention, detection, identification and control of infectious / communicable diseases and healthcare associated Infections (HAIs) within the hospital and or the physician network.**Education:*** Bachelor of Science - Nursing - Required ***or*** Equivalent ***or*** related field - Required* Completion of CDPH-HAI - California Department of Public Health (Healthcare Associated Infections) - Preferred**Experience:*** 3 years Nursing - Acute Care - Required* 1 year Healthcare - Infection Prevention - Required ***or*** Comparable education considered in lieu of experience* 1 year Healthcare - Epidemiology/Public Health - Required ***or*** Comparable education considered in lieu of experience* Continuous Improvement - Process Improvement - Required* Infection Prevention Surveillance and Reporting Databases - Preferred**Certifications/Licensures:*** RN Registered Nursing - California Board of Nursing - Required* CIC Certification in Infection Control - Certification Board of Infection Control and Epidemiology - Preferred ***or*** Must be Obtained within 2 years of hire. Length of completion may be extended due to the pandemic.**Skills:*** Epidemiological principles and statistical methods relevant to infection prevention and infectious disease process.* Basic principles of general, clinical and environmental microbiology.* The cause and prevention of communicable diseases; preventing/controlling the transmission of infectious agents.* Principles used in sterilization, disinfection and sanitation in a healthcare facility.* Teaching and learning principles necessary for developing, implementing and evaluating education programs related to infection prevention.* Identification and intervention/implementation of strategies for performance improvement projects in areas focused on improving patient safety and infection prevention and containment.* Must be able to maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of individuals.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills with large audiences.* Knowledge of principles of change management.* Understanding of accreditation and regulatory requirements related to infection prevention, including The Joint Commission (TJC), California Title 22, and the Center for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS), etc.* Proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Outlook and Power Point).* Ability to apply statistical methods, pay close attention to detail and present accurate data and reports.* A high degree of organizational skills, ability to set priorities, manage multiple demands and the ability to complete tasks under strict time lines is required.* Ability to work as a collaborative leader within an interdisciplinary team.* Consistent demonstration of professional growth within the Infection Prevention specialty.## **Work Shift:**08.0 - 08:00 - 16:30 No Waive (United States of America)**Pay Range:**$75.03 - $112.55### ### Hourly### Offer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure.Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area.Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word ‘exempt’ on it.## **Scheduled Weekly Hours:**0**John Muir Health is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health care organization east of San Francisco serving patients in Contra Costa, Alameda and southern Solano Counties. It includes a network of more than 1,000 primary care and specialty physicians and 6,300 employees, The health system’s facilities include John Muir Health, Walnut Creek Medical Center (554-bed acute care facility), which serves as Contra Costa County's only designated trauma center, and John Muir Health, Concord Medical Center (247-bed acute care facility). Together, they are recognized as top centers for neurosciences, orthopedic, cancer, cardiovascular, trauma, emergency, pediatric, and high-risk obstetrics care. Other areas of specialty include general surgery, robotic surgery, weight-loss surgery, rehabilitation and critical care. In February 2024, John Muir Health opened the Behring Pavilion, which is home to the UCSF-John Muir Health Jean and Ken Hofmann Cancer Center in Walnut Creek. This state-of-the-art facility brings cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and care coordination into one location. Patients benefit from the expertise of top cancer specialists from John Muir Health and UCSF Health and have access to the latest treatment advances close to home.****John Muir Health also offers complete inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs and services at our 73-bed fully accredited psychiatric hospital and outpatient center located in Concord. In addition, John Muir Health provides a number of primary care and outpatient services at 89 practice sites throughout the community and urgent care centers in Berkeley, Brentwood, Concord, San Ramon and Walnut Creek.****John Muir Health offers a collaborative, patient-centered health care environment with an emphasis on listening, explaining, and working together as a team, to help patients achieve their optimal health. We recognize those who exemplify excellence and reward them for contributing to our collective success. From individual to department to spontaneous recognition, Employee of the Month, Employee Suggestion Program rewards, Employee Success Sharing Program, and many more, we find unique ways to thank our employees for the outstanding efforts they make every day. Competitive salary and benefit package available.****At John Muir Health, we strive to be a leading health system through the cultivation of a culture of belonging where every patient, employee, provider, and community member feels safe and valued for embracing all aspects of their differences. As an Equal Opportunity employer, we encourage and consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, disability,

or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please visit the EEO website .****All hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission, a national surveyor of quality patient care. John Muir Health is an equal opportunity employer.** #J-18808-Ljbffr