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Manager Public Health Infection Control Jobs in Louisiana

Oceans Healthcare

Infection Control LPN

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$63K - $84K/yr

Works with all Department Managers to devise more efficient, reliable and cost effective ways to ... Serves as liaison for the public health department in the reporting and follow-up of "Reportable ...

Oceans Healthcare

Infection Control LPN

Hammond, LA · On-site

$57K - $76K/yr

Works with all Department Managers to devise more efficient, reliable and cost effective ways to ... Serves as liaison for the public health department in the reporting and follow-up of "Reportable ...

Oceans Healthcare

Infection Control LPN

Baton Rouge, LA · On-site

$58K - $78K/yr

Works with all Department Managers to devise more efficient, reliable and cost effective ways to ... Serves as liaison for the public health department in the reporting and follow-up of "Reportable ...

Oceans Healthcare

Infection Control LPN

Kentwood, LA · On-site

$55K - $74K/yr

Works with all Department Managers to devise more efficient, reliable and cost effective ways to ... Serves as liaison for the public health department in the reporting and follow-up of "Reportable ...

Oceans Healthcare

Infection Control LPN

Kentwood, LA · On-site

$55K - $74K/yr

Works with all Department Managers to devise more efficient, reliable and cost effective ways to ... Serves as liaison for the public health department in the reporting and follow-up of "Reportable ...

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What is the difference between Manager Public Health Infection Control vs Infection Control Coordinator?

AspectManager Public Health Infection ControlInfection Control Coordinator
CredentialsPublic health degree, certification in infection control (e.g., CIC)Healthcare or public health background, certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentPublic health agencies, hospitals, community health settingsHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities
ResponsibilitiesDeveloping policies, overseeing infection control programs, managing teamsImplementing infection control procedures, staff training, monitoring compliance

The Manager Public Health Infection Control typically holds a broader leadership role with strategic responsibilities in public health settings, while the Infection Control Coordinator focuses on operational tasks within healthcare facilities. Both roles require relevant certifications and work in healthcare or public health environments, but the manager's scope is more supervisory and policy-oriented.

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Infection Control LPN

Oceans Healthcare

Baton Rouge, LA • On-site

$63K - $84K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Oceans Healthcare rating

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Company rating: 5.3 out of 10

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Job description

Description
The Infection Control Coordinator (IC) coordinate IC activities for the facility to minimize patients, families and employees risk of exposure. The nurse provides assessment, surveillance, data collection, reporting, and education to employees, patients, and families according to Joint Commission, Federal and State Regulations, Oceans' Mission, policies and procedures, CDC and PI standards. Coordinates and communicates activities under the supervision of the IC Officer and DON.
Essential Functions:
  1. Responsible for development and implementation of Annual Infection Control Plan and Annual Infection Control Program Evaluation based on recommendations from and approval of Infection Control Committee.
  2. Reviews, assesses and investigates lab data relative to infection rates, sources, and trends associated with specific objectives outlined in the Infection Control Plan.
  3. Performs environmental inspections for adherence to infection control standards of practice.
  4. Works with all Department Managers to devise more efficient, reliable and cost effective ways to ensure the integrity of infection control activities and safety of the patients and staff.
  5. Formulates plans for corrections related to deficient infection control practices.
  6. Responsible for the agenda, minutes, and infection control reports at the Infection Control Committee meetings.
  7. Serves as liaison for the Infection Control Committee with hospital committees/departments.
  8. Serves as liaison for the public health department in the reporting and follow-up of "Reportable Communicable Disease".
  9. Assists in the planning and presentation of orientation and in-service training programs for hospital staff and physicians.
  10. Works collaboratively with Employee Health on preventive actions, screening and monitoring of staff exposures to infectious diseases.
  11. Works collaboratively with plant operations to ensure patient and staff safety during construction projects by minimizing potential exposure.
  12. Works collaboratively with the certified Infection Control Preventionist to control and prevent infections.
  13. Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements
Educational / Experience Requirements:
  • Valid license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in state of practice.
  • One year of recent experience in a clinical setting. Two years' experience in Employee Health and/or Infection Control activities in a Behavioral Health hospital setting preferred.

Qualifications / Skills:
  • Must be able to work in high stress and assess potential for patient escalation.
  • The LPN must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, to consistently achieve positive results with internal and external customers, be highly organized, have an understanding and sensitivity to serve culturally diverse and special needs population such as Chronically Mentally Ill, Geriatric, CD, as well as be versed in basic knowledge of normal physical and emotional development.
  • Exhibits critical thinking abilities and applies them for continuous improvement of patient care.
  • Demonstrates self-confidence and ability to think conceptually in leading and directing others.

Work Environment:
Subject to many interruptions. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere. This person might sometimes experience disagreeable odors, sights and/or unpredictable patient behavior.

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