INFECTION CONTROL COORDINATOR

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Position Purpose

Provides 24-hour authority, responsibility and accountability for the overall coordination of the processes related to Infection Control. Oversees the Infection Control Program with management to ensure all infection control incidents are investigated and resolved, including developing action plans and issuing corrective actions to staff/programs when necessary.  Ensures on going Joint Commission (TJC) requirements and other applicable federal, state, and local regulatory and /or accrediting agencies are met.   Ensures the attainment of departmental goals and objectives as determined by the Manager of Quality & Regulatory Compliance.

What you will do

• Infection control services to all ages of patients and colleagues, particularly focusing on the prevention of disease transmission and/or infection

• Direct and coordinate the epidemiological investigation of all possible patient and staff exposures to infectious disease and directs the implementation of necessary controls to prevent further exposures

• Develop implementation of infection control policies, procedures, objectives and quality improvement activities

• Present infection control in-services in coordination with department heads, nurse managers and the Department of Education

• Assist in review and reduction strategies related to employee and patient sharps injuries and/or related safety issues

• Investigate risks and associated staff performance issues, and if necessary, works with managers to implement corrective actions of staff and/or programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing, medical technology, microbiology, epidemiology or related field in order to direct epidemiological investigations and generation of detailed, comprehensive reports

• If RN: Current licensure required as a Registered Nurse in CT
  If Medical Technologist: ASCP certification

• Five (5) years of recent acute care experience in order to interpret appropriate infection control policies/procedures; progressively more responsible work-related experience, and six (6) months of on-the-job training and orientation.

• Certification in Infection Control (C.I.C.) by APIC required or, upon eligibility to sit for examination, must successfully pass CIC exam for continued employment.

• Work requires current knowledge of applicable federal regulations and standards as related to OSHA, TJC, Department of Public Health, and CQI concepts and tools in order to assure hospital compliance with Regulatory Agencies

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full time 40hrs

• Excellent benefits starting day 1!

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital that has been serving patients in Waterbury, CT and our surrounding communities since 1909. From the moment you step inside, you'll notice what makes us different: the warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the cleanliness of our facilities, and the way we make patients and their families feel that they are truly being cared for - like a member of our family. 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.