UNC Health Nash
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well‑being of the unique communities we serve. UNC Health Nash, an affiliated member of the UNC Health system, invites passionate healthcare professionals to join our esteemed team. Governed locally, we proudly serve a diverse patient base spanning Nash, Edgecombe, Halifax, Wilson Counties, and beyond. With a steadfast commitment to elevating community health through exceptional care, we prioritize excellence, compassion, and innovation, ensuring every individual receives the highest standard of support. Joining our team means becoming an integral part of our dedication to wellness, where we constantly strive to redefine excellence in healthcare through state‑of‑the‑art facilities and pioneering programs. Join us in this transformative journey, where your contributions will make a lasting impact on our community's health and well‑being.
Position Summary The management responsibilities and duties for the Infection Prevention and Control Program are required to prevent and control the spread of infections and/or outbreaks. The manager takes measures to prevent and reduce risk for the hospital related to hospital acquired infections (HAI) and track and monitor transmissible diseases and notify local, state, and federal authorities about reportable diseases as required. The manager has the responsibility to maintain the program in a state of readiness for compliance with regulatory requirements from federal, state and local agencies (CMS, TJC, OSHA, ect.).
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience requirements for this role are as follows:
Master's degree in nursing preferred; Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
Completed post‑secondary education in nursing from a recognized public or private university, college, or community college.
Minimum 2 years of experience in infection prevention or a related nursing field.
Certification in Infection Control (CBIC) with recertification every 5 years.
Current license to practice in the State of North Carolina.
Core Competencies
Leadership qualities, maturity, job knowledge, professionalism, communication skills, etc.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work under pressure and make excellent decisions.
Effective public speaking to small and large audiences.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong written and verbal communication in English.
Travel availability to various work locations.
Proficiency with MS Office and ability to learn new software rapidly.
Job Responsibilities
Complete and update NHSN modules on current HAI definitions.
Manage ICP data for NHSN public reporting and internal leadership reporting.
Perform surveillance and review/evaluate infection cases for patient care improvement opportunities.
Provide data analysis and develop action plans to present to leadership teams and healthcare providers.
Conduct hand hygiene compliance surveillance and education for process improvement.
Track and monitor transmissible diseases and notify local, state, and federal authorities about reportable diseases.
Establish, implement, monitor, and revise infection control policies and procedures to assure compliance with standards.
Coordinate infection control risk assessments for construction, renovation, or repairs with the project manager.
Conduct audits of the environment and address any lapses in infection control practices.
Coordinate annual Infection Control Risk Assessment for planning and disease control.
Develop, by annual risk assessment, the Infection Control Program plan and set goals.
Lead and manage independent work and staff members within the department.
Drive development of infection prevention goals and strategies.
Identify improvement opportunities and plan to reduce HAI infections.
Promote collaboration and seek continuous learning.
Assume greater responsibilities within the organization.
Stay informed on NHSN definitions, updates, and program processes.
Utilize surveillance data and literature research to lead orientation and implementation of best practices.
Lead or serve on committees to improve infection control practices.
Lead quality projects/groups for HAI reduction (CAUTI, CLABSI, CDIFF, etc.).
Ensure compliance with best practice recommendations, regulatory agencies, and laws.
Coordinate data collection, analyze data, develop action plans, and conduct follow‑ups.
Report mandatory HAI data as required by law.
Serve in the Infection Control and Prevention Committee (ICPP) bi‑monthly meeting, organizing minutes, agenda, and topics.
Participate in other hospital committees as assigned.
Use problem‑solving skills to identify root causes and determine solutions.
Encourage solutions beyond education or committee reporting.
Participate in clinical rounding or huddles.
Develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs/tools on infection prevention and epidemiology.
Effectively communicate compliance problems to leadership and committees.
Collaborate in policy & procedure development and review for infection control improvement practices.
Serve as ICP resource/expert across various disciplines and service areas.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals
Entity: Nash UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: NGH Infection Control
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: NASH HC
Exempt From Overtime: Yes
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Position Summary The management responsibilities and duties for the Infection Prevention and Control Program are required to prevent and control the spread of infections and/or outbreaks. The manager takes measures to prevent and reduce risk for the hospital related to hospital acquired infections (HAI) and track and monitor transmissible diseases and notify local, state, and federal authorities about reportable diseases as required. The manager has the responsibility to maintain the program in a state of readiness for compliance with regulatory requirements from federal, state and local agencies (CMS, TJC, OSHA, ect.).
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience requirements for this role are as follows:
Master's degree in nursing preferred; Bachelor's degree in nursing required.
Completed post‑secondary education in nursing from a recognized public or private university, college, or community college.
Minimum 2 years of experience in infection prevention or a related nursing field.
Certification in Infection Control (CBIC) with recertification every 5 years.
Current license to practice in the State of North Carolina.
Core Competencies
Leadership qualities, maturity, job knowledge, professionalism, communication skills, etc.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work under pressure and make excellent decisions.
Effective public speaking to small and large audiences.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Strong written and verbal communication in English.
Travel availability to various work locations.
Proficiency with MS Office and ability to learn new software rapidly.
Job Responsibilities
Complete and update NHSN modules on current HAI definitions.
Manage ICP data for NHSN public reporting and internal leadership reporting.
Perform surveillance and review/evaluate infection cases for patient care improvement opportunities.
Provide data analysis and develop action plans to present to leadership teams and healthcare providers.
Conduct hand hygiene compliance surveillance and education for process improvement.
Track and monitor transmissible diseases and notify local, state, and federal authorities about reportable diseases.
Establish, implement, monitor, and revise infection control policies and procedures to assure compliance with standards.
Coordinate infection control risk assessments for construction, renovation, or repairs with the project manager.
Conduct audits of the environment and address any lapses in infection control practices.
Coordinate annual Infection Control Risk Assessment for planning and disease control.
Develop, by annual risk assessment, the Infection Control Program plan and set goals.
Lead and manage independent work and staff members within the department.
Drive development of infection prevention goals and strategies.
Identify improvement opportunities and plan to reduce HAI infections.
Promote collaboration and seek continuous learning.
Assume greater responsibilities within the organization.
Stay informed on NHSN definitions, updates, and program processes.
Utilize surveillance data and literature research to lead orientation and implementation of best practices.
Lead or serve on committees to improve infection control practices.
Lead quality projects/groups for HAI reduction (CAUTI, CLABSI, CDIFF, etc.).
Ensure compliance with best practice recommendations, regulatory agencies, and laws.
Coordinate data collection, analyze data, develop action plans, and conduct follow‑ups.
Report mandatory HAI data as required by law.
Serve in the Infection Control and Prevention Committee (ICPP) bi‑monthly meeting, organizing minutes, agenda, and topics.
Participate in other hospital committees as assigned.
Use problem‑solving skills to identify root causes and determine solutions.
Encourage solutions beyond education or committee reporting.
Participate in clinical rounding or huddles.
Develop, deliver, and evaluate educational programs/tools on infection prevention and epidemiology.
Effectively communicate compliance problems to leadership and committees.
Collaborate in policy & procedure development and review for infection control improvement practices.
Serve as ICP resource/expert across various disciplines and service areas.
Job Details
Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals
Entity: Nash UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: NGH Infection Control
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: NASH HC
Exempt From Overtime: Yes
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