Kinsley Power Systems
Infection Prevention, Infection Control Unit **$8,000 Sign-On Bonus**
Kinsley Power Systems, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
JOB SUMMARY
The Infection Preventionist participates in the implementation of the infection prevention program at the hospital level. This individual will be involved in the education of health care providers, consultation to leadership and hospital staff regarding infection prevention issues, and communicate and implement effective evidence-based infection prevention practices. The Infection Preventionist supports Infection Prevention improvement projects across the hospital, working in conjunction with physicians, department directors and clinical staff. The Infection Preventionist collects, analyzes, reports data on healthcare associated infections, performance improvement and patient safety. The Infection Preventionist is responsible for reporting all health care associated infections within the hospital as required by regulatory agencies (e.g., DHS, CDPH, Cal-OSHA, Center of Medicare and Medicaid, etc.) and monthly operating reports.
Exempt position
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
At least two (2) years of experience in Infection Prevention in the acute care setting.
Experience with electronic medical record systems (Paragon, Theradoc, Meditech, Epic etc…) and data management reporting,
Experience in developing policies and procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Proficient in Windows and Google applications, and analytics skills.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field (e.g., nursing, public health, epidemiology, biology, laboratory science, or health policy/management), or similar is required.
Master’s Degree in a health-related field (e.g., nursing, public health, epidemiology, biology, laboratory science, or health policy/management), or similar is preferred.
LICENSURES/CERTIFICATION
CIC Certification by the national Certification Board for Infection Prevention and Epidemiology (CBIC) preferred; must obtain within one (1) year of hire.
Must successfully complete the Basics of Infection Prevention for Acute Care Settings─2 Day Mini Course offered by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health within 1 year of hire or any equivalent courses.
Must complete and provide proof of completion of the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Patient Safety Module Training within 6 months of hire.
Must successfully complete and maintain LA City Fire Card certification at the time of hire or within the first 30 days of employment.
MUST HAVES
All required licensures, certifications, mandatory education; along with annual occupational health screenings must be completed prior to the expiration date or by the end of the month in which they are due. Reference the Educational Requirements: Must Haves, Mandatory and Unit Based policy (in electronic policy management system) for the specific requirements for this position.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs surveillance activities and applies an epidemiologic approach to problem solving.
Assists in development, revision and evaluation of infection prevention and control hospital policies and procedures.
Serves as the infection control consultant for multiple hospital departments and outpatient clinics.
Role models the infection prevention standards and patient advocacy behaviors.
Coaches, educates and mentors nursing staff in the development of sound clinical judgment pertaining to the prevention of disease transmission and control (synthesis of clinical data and determination of subsequent plan) to promote positive patient outcomes.
Communicates surveillance findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
Demonstrates ability to develop and present educational programs effectively and communicates in a clear, concise, and timely manner.
Communicates with all IP departmental staff and contributes to amiable workplace environment
Serves as liaison with local public health departments for required reportable diseases.
Serves and participates as a member of assigned infection prevention related committees, including medical staff committees, EOC and Infection and Control Committees.
Monitors compliance with established infection prevention standards (CMS, DNV, APIC, DHS, CDPH, Cal-OSHA et. al).
Coordinates exposure follow up for patients and healthcare workers in collaboration with Occupational Health.
Participates in process improvement activities.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory continuing education and skills competency.
Accepts other duties as assigned.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
Complies with VPH policies and procedures on customer satisfaction and service excellence.Demonstrates professionalism and cultural sensitivity in coordinating activities and communicating with all customers, peers, and the community at large.Conducts self in a professional, respectful and courteous manner during all interactions.Works effectively and collaboratively with others toward common goals.
Communicates accurately, honestly, supportively and in a timely manner with department and interdepartmental team members.Demonstrates effective business writing and oral communication skills, handwriting is clear and legible.
Participates in operational aspects of the department and maintains/participates in performance improvement activities within the department.
Participates in all departmental specific training, Environment of Care (injury/illness prevention, fire/life safety, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, utilities management, medical equipment management, safety and security management), infection control (standard precautions, TB Exposure Control Plan, Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan).
Demonstrates knowledge of and follows safety practices.Understands the importance of safety, including patient safety in the workplace.Maintains a safe environment for self and others.
Actively participates in the Patient Safety Program, including event reporting.Identifies sentinel events/near misses and responds per defined organization processes.Participates in education activities and process implementation.Demonstrates advocacy for the patient/customer and appropriately acknowledges patients, customers and visitors.
The above statements reflect the essential functions considered necessary to describe the principle content of the job. They are not intended to be a complete statement of all work requirements or duties that may be inherent in the job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Primarily an inside building/office environment, well lighted and ventilated, which may consist of multiple treatment and/or work sites.
Fast and continuous work pace with variable workload.
Frequent contact with staff and public under a variety of circumstances. Requires ability to communicate clearly (in English) verbally and in writing for effective communication with other staff members, physicians, vendors, community members, patients and patient families, employees and applicants of all socio-economic levels from a diverse cultural and ethnic population.
Subject to many interruptions from multiple calls and inquiries and potentially emotional situations involving accidents, injuries, illness and/or death.
Handles emergency/crisis situations in accordance with Hospital policy.
Answers phones or pages; may carry a beeper/pager, and/or use a two-way radio.
Occasional travel may be required.
Potential risk of exposure to hazards from chemicals (toxic and non-toxic), flammable materials, gas or electrical or radiant energy or equipment with/without moving parts.
SALARY $63.46 - $82.92
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Exempt position
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
At least two (2) years of experience in Infection Prevention in the acute care setting.
Experience with electronic medical record systems (Paragon, Theradoc, Meditech, Epic etc…) and data management reporting,
Experience in developing policies and procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
Proficient in Windows and Google applications, and analytics skills.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in a health-related field (e.g., nursing, public health, epidemiology, biology, laboratory science, or health policy/management), or similar is required.
Master’s Degree in a health-related field (e.g., nursing, public health, epidemiology, biology, laboratory science, or health policy/management), or similar is preferred.
LICENSURES/CERTIFICATION
CIC Certification by the national Certification Board for Infection Prevention and Epidemiology (CBIC) preferred; must obtain within one (1) year of hire.
Must successfully complete the Basics of Infection Prevention for Acute Care Settings─2 Day Mini Course offered by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health within 1 year of hire or any equivalent courses.
Must complete and provide proof of completion of the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) Patient Safety Module Training within 6 months of hire.
Must successfully complete and maintain LA City Fire Card certification at the time of hire or within the first 30 days of employment.
MUST HAVES
All required licensures, certifications, mandatory education; along with annual occupational health screenings must be completed prior to the expiration date or by the end of the month in which they are due. Reference the Educational Requirements: Must Haves, Mandatory and Unit Based policy (in electronic policy management system) for the specific requirements for this position.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs surveillance activities and applies an epidemiologic approach to problem solving.
Assists in development, revision and evaluation of infection prevention and control hospital policies and procedures.
Serves as the infection control consultant for multiple hospital departments and outpatient clinics.
Role models the infection prevention standards and patient advocacy behaviors.
Coaches, educates and mentors nursing staff in the development of sound clinical judgment pertaining to the prevention of disease transmission and control (synthesis of clinical data and determination of subsequent plan) to promote positive patient outcomes.
Communicates surveillance findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
Demonstrates ability to develop and present educational programs effectively and communicates in a clear, concise, and timely manner.
Communicates with all IP departmental staff and contributes to amiable workplace environment
Serves as liaison with local public health departments for required reportable diseases.
Serves and participates as a member of assigned infection prevention related committees, including medical staff committees, EOC and Infection and Control Committees.
Monitors compliance with established infection prevention standards (CMS, DNV, APIC, DHS, CDPH, Cal-OSHA et. al).
Coordinates exposure follow up for patients and healthcare workers in collaboration with Occupational Health.
Participates in process improvement activities.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory continuing education and skills competency.
Accepts other duties as assigned.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
Complies with VPH policies and procedures on customer satisfaction and service excellence.Demonstrates professionalism and cultural sensitivity in coordinating activities and communicating with all customers, peers, and the community at large.Conducts self in a professional, respectful and courteous manner during all interactions.Works effectively and collaboratively with others toward common goals.
Communicates accurately, honestly, supportively and in a timely manner with department and interdepartmental team members.Demonstrates effective business writing and oral communication skills, handwriting is clear and legible.
Participates in operational aspects of the department and maintains/participates in performance improvement activities within the department.
Participates in all departmental specific training, Environment of Care (injury/illness prevention, fire/life safety, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, utilities management, medical equipment management, safety and security management), infection control (standard precautions, TB Exposure Control Plan, Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Control Plan).
Demonstrates knowledge of and follows safety practices.Understands the importance of safety, including patient safety in the workplace.Maintains a safe environment for self and others.
Actively participates in the Patient Safety Program, including event reporting.Identifies sentinel events/near misses and responds per defined organization processes.Participates in education activities and process implementation.Demonstrates advocacy for the patient/customer and appropriately acknowledges patients, customers and visitors.
The above statements reflect the essential functions considered necessary to describe the principle content of the job. They are not intended to be a complete statement of all work requirements or duties that may be inherent in the job.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Primarily an inside building/office environment, well lighted and ventilated, which may consist of multiple treatment and/or work sites.
Fast and continuous work pace with variable workload.
Frequent contact with staff and public under a variety of circumstances. Requires ability to communicate clearly (in English) verbally and in writing for effective communication with other staff members, physicians, vendors, community members, patients and patient families, employees and applicants of all socio-economic levels from a diverse cultural and ethnic population.
Subject to many interruptions from multiple calls and inquiries and potentially emotional situations involving accidents, injuries, illness and/or death.
Handles emergency/crisis situations in accordance with Hospital policy.
Answers phones or pages; may carry a beeper/pager, and/or use a two-way radio.
Occasional travel may be required.
Potential risk of exposure to hazards from chemicals (toxic and non-toxic), flammable materials, gas or electrical or radiant energy or equipment with/without moving parts.
SALARY $63.46 - $82.92
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