Req #: 0000197553

Category: Miscellaneous

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Department: Infection Control

Location:

Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027

Job Title: Infection Preventionist

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Req#: 0000197553

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Department name: Infection Control

Job Overview

Assist in the prevention, detection and control of infections as mandated by the Infection Control Committee. Perform surveillance of infections and maintaining records of infections. Identify clinical situations of epidemic potential and intervenes to prevent infection. Prepare statistical reports based on data analysis. Facilitate process improvement initiatives for the prevention of infection. Assists in meeting all state and federal regulations and compliance as well as CDC,APIC, SHEA & JCAH standards.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current New Jersey license - Registered Professional Nurse or ASCP certified Medical Technologist eligible.
• Current Certification by the National Certification Board of Infection Control, CIC or acquired within two years of hire.
• Completion of the APIC Northeastern Infection Control Course or equivalent SHEA training.
• Baccalaureate degree in health related field.
  
  

Preferred

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A
  
  

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt Positions)

• Full-Time
• Day
  
  

Essential Functions

• Collaborates with nursing and all appropriate departments for the prevention of infection
• Complies with healthcare associated MRSA reporting to the NJDHSS.
• Consults on infection risk assessment, prevention and control strategies
• Identifies epidemiologically important diseases and/or organisms and intervenes to control
• Implements changes mandated by regulatory & licensing agencies
• Maintains current knowledge in infection prevention and control practices.
• Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations & participates in networks of Infection Control & Epidemiology program/research professionals
• Observes and evaluates practices related to the prevention of healthcare associated infections at all levels of health care.
• Participates in Performance Improvement initiatives & research.
• Performs surveillance activities and applies an epidemiological approach to problem solving
• Provides education to healthcare workers directed at interventions to prevent infections
• Provides high quality services in a cost-efficient manner.
• Complies with communicable disease reporting via the CDRSS, TB 70 and NHSN
  
  

Benefits And Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
  
  

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer