Infection Preventionist I - Bangor, United States - Northern Light Health

Description

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical CenterDepartment: Infection PreventionPosition is located: Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Work Type:
Full Time
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PMSummary:The Infection Control Preventionist is trained in hospital epidemiology principles and is responsible for the surveillance, analysis, and reporting of health care acquired infections, education of employees about infection control; and assisting with the development of health system policies and procedures to ensure rigorous infection control standards that meet The Joint Commission, CMS federal guidelines, OSHA, State Public Health and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) requirements and Quality agencies

Responsibilities:

• Develop (or assist in the development), implement, and evaluate the local organization Infection Prevention Program Develop (or assist in development) of an annual surveillance plan based on annual risk assessment Utilize epidemiologic principles to conduct surveillance and investigations Identifies areas of potential infection risk and creates processes to minimize risk Compiles data for monthly reporting to various internal local and system committees and programs Utilizes available resources for consultation when working outside of current knowledge base Develops and monitors an effective local hand hygiene program that complies with the WHO and policy guidelines. Provides monthly reports on hand hygiene compliance Performs environment of care rounding in inpatient and outpatient locations. Provides immediate feedback to all relevant stakeholders and monitors action plans Provides direct oversight to all construction projects related to infection prevention Facilitates compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards. Complies with regulatory and mandatory reporting requirements at the local, state, and federal level Stays current on infection prevention and control regulatory and accreditation standards Assists with the review and revision of infection control system policies/procedures to meet changing practices and standards in all organizational settings, including the hospital and outpatient practices using best evidence-based practices Assesses and addresses learning needs of those served Creates educational goals, objectives, and strategies using learning principles and available educational tools and technology Evaluates the effectiveness of educational programs and learner outcomes Willingly performs additional duties as assigned

Other Information:

• Health Care Provider CPR certification Maine driver's license Certification in Infection Control within 3 years of hire Must have expertise in data collection and analysis, report writing and data presentation Must be familiar with Electronic Health Records (EMR)

Cerner preferredCompetencies and Skills+ Achieves Results:
Sets high standards for their own outcomes and seizes opportunities to engage others towards objectives. Consistently moves forward with direct actions in order to attain or exceed objectives. Manages their own time effectively to accomplish assigned tasks. Successfully prioritizes multiple projects and duties as needed.

• Acts Strategically:

Creates effective plans that anticipate future consequences and opportunities and is able to connect the day to day operations to longer-term objectives, shifts in the industry, and system goals

+ Applies Business Acumen:

Demonstrates knowledge of current and future trends that impact organizational success. Applies proven practices and business theories to get results that meet financial as well as other business goals. Recognizes opportunities for new services and products and acts accordingly, taking measured risks into consideration.

Possesses a thorough knowledge of their field and independently carries out their work in accordance with professional standards of the profession.

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust:

Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan. + Electronic medical record software.

• Cultivates Respect:

Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of diversity, inclusion, empowerment and cooperation

• Demonstrates Adaptability:

Learns quickly when facing a new problem or unfamiliar task; is flexible in their approach with changing priorities and ambiguity.

Manages change effectively and does not give up during adversity. Capable of changing one's behavioral style and/or views in order to attain a goal. Absorbs new information readily and puts it into practice effectively.

• Demonstrates Emotional Intelligence:

Exhibits a high level of self-awareness, self-management, other awareness and relationship management. Conducts themselves in an empathic, appropriate way, with a sense of humor and stimulates a collaborative work environment.

Is respectful of the attitudes, feelings, or circumstances of others and aware of the influence of their own behavior on them.

Is aware of relevant social, political, system, and professional trends and developments and uses this information for the organization's benefit.

• Develops Self and Others:

Takes responsibility for engaging in professional self-development activities and programs.

Strives to gain insight into their own values, strengths and weaknesses, interests and ambitions and takes action in order to enhance competencies and skills when possible.

As a leader, encourages and guides employees towards growth opportunities to enhance performance and help them reach goals.

Reviews and analyzes employees' strengths and weaknesses to distinguish their talents and development needs, and to ensure they are enhanced appropriately.

• Effectively Communicates:

Listens, speaks and writes appropriately, using clear language. Communication methods are fitting to the message(s), audience, and situation and follow-ups are regular and timely. Shows that important (non-) verbal information is absorbed and understood and asks further questions to clarify when necessary. Expresses ideas and views clearly to others and has ability to adjust use of language to the audiences' level.

• Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making:

Understands and processes complex information, which allows for appropriate and accountable conclusions. Does not react too quickly or slowly. Balances facts, goals, and potential approaches taking the appropriate criteria into account. Makes active decisions and commits oneself by communicating confidently and respectfully.

• Fosters Accountability:

Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors.

Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved.

• Fosters Innovation:

Employs and encourages the use of meaningful creativity in solving challenges. Proactively identifies opportunities and uses new approaches to enhance processes, systems and services. When appropriate, suggests or initiates new strategies, products, services, and markets.

• Influences and Inspires:

Builds enthusiasm and commitment among others to move in a desired direction and models it personally. Creates a compelling vision of success that motivates workplace initiative and energizes others to follow. Provides direction and guidance to encourage cooperation between team members in order to attain an objective.

Has the ability to appropriately influence others' actions and decisions with and without express authority.+ Spreadsheet application with the ability to use calculations, formulas, graphing tools, pivot tables, and a macro programming.+ Word process application with the ability to create and edit documents, format, use tables, apply footnoting, create table of contents and mail merge techniques.

• Practices Compassion:

Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others

• Promotes Health and Safety:

Promotes a healthy and safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. Advocates and models healthy physical and mental health behaviors even in challenging circumstances.

Sets high quality standards and strives for continuous improvement and quality assurance by reporting and encouraging others to report near misses and safety issues.

• Provides Patient-Centered Care:

Demonstrates understanding of patient care quality and service as organizational priority. Proactively supports change to improve patient experience and results.

Exhibits the ability and willingness to find out what the patient wants and needs and to act accordingly, taking the organizational and outside resources into account.

Cooperates, collaborates, communicates, and integrates care within and between teams to ensure that care is continuous and reliable.

• Resolves Conflict:

Promptly acts to find alternatives/solutions when team members disagree. Addresses issues in a direct, honest, and appropriate manner. Handles conflicting interests diplomatically and helps to solve them. Transforms difficult situations into teachable moments using respect and accountability .

• Seeks Process Improvement & Applies System Thinking:

Possesses and gains insight into situations, problems and processes. Understands the interconnection between organizational elements. Deconstructs problems and systematically investigates the various components. Considers the impact of actions on the entire process/system. Detects problems and opportunities, recognizes important information, and links various data to trace potential causes and relevant details.

• Serves Others:

Strives to understand, meet and exceed the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers which may include the people and communities in our service areas.

Develops and maintains relationships, alliances and coalitions within and outside the organization and leverages them in order to obtain information, support, and promote cooperation and collaboration.

• Utilizes Resources Effectively:

Understands how to get the most out of available resources and uses cost-benefit thinking in decision-making and in setting priorities.

Monitors and analyzes resource usage to identify and eliminate areas of waste and maximize resources. As a leader, defines targets and provides appropriate means; oversees progress and makes adjustments when necessary. Appropriately delegates work, sets clear direction and manages workflow and time.
Education+ Required Bachelor's DegreeRequired Experience+ 3 year/years of Relevant Work ExperienceWorking Conditions+ Potential exposure to abusive and/or aggressive people. + Potential exposure to diseases or infections. + Need to travel to perform responsible duties + Potential exposure to noise levels being uncomfortable. + Potential exposure to noxious odors. + Work with computers, typing, reading or writing. + Work beyond the regularly scheduled hours. + Prolonged periods of walking. + Prolonged periods of sitting. + Lifting, moving and loading less than 20 pounds. Position Infection Preventionist ILocation Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center | Quality/Risk Management | Full TimeReq ID null