Director Infection Control Jobs in West Virginia

Job Summary
Infection Preventionist plans, develops, directs, implements, and evaluates infection prevention and control activities within both within the hospital and ambulatory clinics. Infection Preventionist oversees compliance with Joint Commission, state and federal regualtory licensing and accrediting requirement.
Responsibilities
Researches new and emerging infection prevention and control techniques and understands regulatory standards; incorporates into Infection Control Plan. Develops the Infection Control Program in accordance with standards of practice, legal and regulatory standards to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff. Updates the program and communicates changes/enhancements as needed. Develops control mechanisms that monitor for compliance and safety. Educates staff and management about the Infection Control Program and their responsibilities. Develops and/or revises MGH policies and procedures. Facilitates the Infection Control Committee. Ensures materials are prepared beforehand, disseminated as needed, and facilitates collaborative discussion and exchange of ideas that ensure a productive, value-added meeting. Participates as a member of the Patient Safety Committee, Environment of Care Council, Bioterrorism Team and Quality Improvement Teams as appropriate. Is involved in construction/facilities building/renovation to advise on patient care and infection control-related concerns. Participates in value analysis. Develops and implements unit-based Process Improvement activities. Is knowledgeable and able to help out in other areas of the Quality Department. Takes the initiative to step in and assist coworkers with work while managing to accomplish own duties accurately and in a timely manner. Effectively manages competing priorities. Abstracts data from the patient's medical record and also from a variety of databases for further analysis. Assures accurate data collection and reporting for CMS, National Hospital Voluntary Reporting Initiative, Premier Database, The Joint Commission CORE, Maryland Indicator Project, State Health Department and other regulatory agencies. Meets deadlines for data submission. Identifies and responds to trends and infection related hazards. Coordinates and conducts organization-wide audit activities. Appropriately leverages others to assist. Collects information and produces statistical and qualitative reports. Disseminates information to appropriate audience and/or senior leaders. Designs reports and graphs that accurately and efficiently represent quality outcomes, and ensures data integrity. Develops and implements spreadsheet/database systems for quality improvement functions. Enters data into specific databases, ensures data accuracy, and questions absence of required data elements. Reports data to appropriate internal and external customers, and assists with interpretation of reports. Identifies trends and patterns and takes initiative to correct or resolve concerns. (i.e. re-educate, work with management, develop new processes, etc). Works with Employee Health Nurse to prevent the spread of disease among employees. Communicates infection control problems and/or patient care-related issues to Director, medical staff, administrative groups and/or hospital epidemiologist as appropriate. Performs surveillance using established criteria to identify nosocomial infections and groups at risk. Investigates and helps control and prevent outbreaks, clusters and trends of infections. Makes frequent infection control rounds. Ascertains the efficiency of sterilization and disinfection methods used, and conducts periodic review of cleaning procedures, products and schedules. Assesses level of understanding and effectively tailors education style that meets individualized, team, and organization needs. Communicates standards of regulations to all departments within the hospital, and ensures that standards are met. Is available and, when requested, attends other departments' team meetings to present education and/or inservices. Participates in organization-wide competency assessment/review regarding the topic of infection control and prevention. Develops curriculum and teaching materials as appropriate. Communicates with and provides education to outside organizations having patient contact as required matters of Infection Control. Assists MHS affiliates to meet their Infection Control needs. Plans and provides Infection Control education presentations for hospital staff. Presents during general orientation. Collaborates with the Education Department to design and implement education modules for new employee orientation and continuing education. Works with clinical groups to ensure provision of patient and family education on infection control practice. Develops materials for patient education. Serves as a medical staff resource. Serves as the point of contact and assists regulatory agencies during inspections/surveys. Interacts with outside agencies to ensure that hospital policies meet Joint Commission, OSHA, State, Federal, and local guidelines. Maintains close relationship with hospital departments, affiliates of MHS, employees, Employee Health, Medical Staff, Infection Control Committee, and Patient Safety Council to identify and correct infection hazards. Maintains current knowledge within area of professional expertise, of Joint Commission and CDC. Acts as a liaison with the Public Health Department and other legal, regulatory and accrediting agencies. Reports all identified communicable diseases as specified by the State Health Department. Manages post regulatory and survey activities, directs investigation and implements plan of correction. Develops a written infection prevention policies to address specific issues related to infection prevention. Develops Infection Prevention training to maintain competency annually and anytime Policy and Procedures are revised. Collaborates with Ambulatory Practice management to develop surveillance for outcomes measures i.e. tracking HAI's, hand hygiene, or environmental cleaning to reduce infection transmission). Collaborates with Office Manager to conduct regular focused practice surveys or audits. Evaluate services provided to determine specific needs and to assure sufficient and appropriate PPE is available for adherence to Standard Precautions. Assesses injection safety practices to prevent transmission of infectious diseases between one patient and another during preparation and administration of parenteral medication. Assists with development of policies and procedures for routine cleaning and disinfection of environmental surfaces as part of the Infection prevention plan. Ie ultrasonic cleaners, surfaces, cleaning spills of blood or potentially infectious materials. Works with clinical staff in practices to identify reusable or single-use medical devices and manufacturer instruction for cleaning and disinfection or sterilization as appropriate. Develops policies and procedures for containing, transporting, and handling devices that may be contaminated with blood or body fluids. Assist with development of system for early detection and management of potentially infectious patients at initial points of entry to the facility. Attends mandatory in-services, staff meetings, and actively participates in self-education. Completes all required competency assessments on time. Maintains required job knowledge (e.g. licensure and credentials, continuing education etc.). Performs other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Three years experience in a healthcare related setting preferred. Must have excellent written, interpersonal, time management and presentation skills with flexibility to meet a wide range of service needs. Experience working with statistical tools for analysis of data as well as proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and ability to learn utilization of new data bases.
Light Work: Frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 lbs with a maximum lifting of 25 lbs.
Education
• Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program
Credentials
• Registered Nurse
Work Schedule: Days
Status: Full Time Regular 1.0
Location: Broaddus Hospital
Location of Job: WV:Philippi:Broaddus Hospital
Talent Acquisition Specialist: Amanda G. Jeffreys amanda.jeffreys@vandaliahealth.org