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    Director System Infection Prevention - Detroit, United States - Henry Ford Health System

    Henry Ford Health System
    Henry Ford Health System Detroit, United States

    1 week ago

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    GENERAL SUMMARY:


    Under the direction of the System Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Control, Henry Ford Health, the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and review of the IPC program for the organization.

    The IPC Director develops and maintains the policies and procedures to support successful patient quality and safety outcomes and ongoing improvement in the delivery of healthcare to patients, identification of areas of opportunity, and coordination and execution of regulatory compliance programs as related to Federal, State, and other agencies.


    The IPC director possesses knowledge of healthcare epidemiology and acts as a consultant directed toward compliance to best Infection Prevention and Control practices.

    In conjunction with the System IPC Medical Director, the IPC Director works towards the standardization of IPC best practices and reduction of hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) across the health system.

    The director coordinates activities of the IPC program across Henry Ford Health.

    In collaboration with the IPC Medical Director, the director supports and serves as a resource to the administration, clinical staff, and all clinical services, as well as non-clinical services as needed.


    PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
    1.

    With the system medical director, works towards standardization of IPC best practices and reduction of HAIs across the health system.

    2.

    With the system medical director, leads the Infection Prevention and Control forum in meeting monthly, or more frequently as needed.

    a.

    With the system medical director, leads the IPC team in conducting quality rounds of clinical and non-clinical areas across the health system, to observe practices using epidemiologic tools, and serve as consultant to IPC best practices.

    3.

    Coordinates the work of the Infection Prevention Specialists (IPS) across the health system, which includes surveillance, reporting of HAIs, auditing of IPC practices, and educating employees about IPC.

    4.

    Based upon surveillance data, which includes but not limited to electronic medical records, Bugsy, and data analytic reports, analyzes, develops, and implements strategies to prevent HAIs, other infections, and promote hand hygiene.

    5.

    Makes recommendations using professional, evidence-based guidelines to assure organizational compliance with best practice standards and regulatory agency requirement, including oversight of business unit Infection Control plans.

    6.

    Reviews staffing levels of the IPC team to continue to evaluate and provide for the professional staff's needs in IP practices.

    7. Leads in developing and updating health system policies and practices associated with IPC.

    8.

    Participates in the review of polices directed toward compliance to National Standards with Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Center for Disease Control, and Joint Commission.

    9. Interacts and communicates with assigned clinical areas, committees, and designated individuals to integrate components of the IPC program.

    10. Notifies hospital epidemiologists and other pertinent persons of patients and/or personnel exposed to infectious or communicable diseases.

    11.

    Identifies and reports, with the IPC forum, clinical practices that can adversely affect patient outcomes or employee safety to the Director of Regulatory Readiness and Infection Control.

    12.

    Serves as an expert resource person to nursing and other professionals on IPC matters, identifying educational needs and strategies to improve the quality of care and reduce the risks of infection to patients and personnel.

    13. Participates in epidemiological and special investigations and research projects.

    Investigates the design and potential use of facilities, equipment/supplies, and healthcare processes relative to IPC guidelines and participates in developing techniques to ensure safe and effective use.

    14. Participates in and helps lead coordinated system responses to outbreaks or pandemic events.

    15. Partners with supply chain and facilities to ensure IPC collaboration and oversight as needed.

    16.

    Develops and facilitates informal and formal training classes for healthcare workers:

    defining best infection prevention and control practices: demonstrating and/or presenting proper aseptic and isolation procedures, and reinforcing the need for continued high standards of infection prevention and control.

    17. Advances knowledge by attending workshops, lectures, seminars, and educational conferences.

    18.

    Educates, mentors, monitors, and provides ongoing support to Infection Prevention Specialists under direct supervision, as well as to Clinical Performance Specialists and other Quality/Safety professionals regarding infection prevention and control.

    19. Serves as an expert resource for regulatory preparedness and compliance.

    20. Participates in accreditation/regulatory agency visits as appropriate.

    21. Supports other departmental goals and strategic initiatives as appropriate.

    22. Other duties as assigned.


    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

    • Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or other health related field required.
    • Graduate coursework in statistics, clinical microbiology, epidemiology, and infection control is desired. Master's degree in nursing, Public Health, or related field preferred.
    • Five (5) years of healthcare experience required.
    • Five (5) years of leadership experience directly managing personnel/team required.
    • Skills in group and community assessment required.
    • A professional level of knowledge of disease processes, transmission modes of infectious diseases, clinical bacteriology, and knowledge of clinical care practices as they relate to the planning and implementation of nursing care plans is desired (i.e., the clinical nursing process).
    • Strong/ interpersonal skills are required to make formal presentations to nursing personnel, all levels of management, other staff, and to interface effectively with nurses and physicians in a liaison capacity.
    • Strong leadership, facilitation, and mentorship skills.
    • Performance Improvement skills with demonstrated leadership of PI initiatives preferred.
    • Basic computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office products (Word and Excel), storing and retrieving files is mandatory; advanced computer skills and fluency with electronic medical records, databases and analytics preferred.
    • Proficiency in medical terminology and a clear understanding of medical confidentiality.

    CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
    Certification in Infection Control.

    Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the Henry Ford Health Customer Service Policy and summarized below:


    • Communication
    • Ownership
    • Understanding
    • Motivation
    • Sensitivity
    • Excellence
    • Teamwork
    • Respect
    Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.

    Must possess the following personal qualities:

    • Be self-directed
    • Be flexible and committed to the team concept
    • Demonstrate teamwork, initiative, and willingness to learn
    • Be open to new learning experiences
    • Accepts and respects diversity without judgment
    • Demonstrates customer service values

    PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
    Normal office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures. Ability to travel to Henry Ford Health locations. The physical ability to move throughout the Hospitals and Ambulatory locations to make surveillance rounds.

    This opportunity is not open for remote work.

    Additional Information


    • Organization:
    Corporate Services


    • Department:
    Quality Administration


    • Union Code:
    Not Applicable

    Additional Details

    This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions.

    It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

    Overview


    Partnering with nearly 2 million people on their health journey, Henry Ford Health provides a full continuum of services at 250 care locations throughout southeast and south central Michigan.

    With 33,000 valued team members, Henry Ford is also among Michigan's largest and most diverse employers. Our superior care and discoveries are powered by nearly 6,000 physicians, researchers and advanced practice providers. Learn more

    Benefits

    Whether it's offering a new medical option, helping you make healthier lifestyle choices or

    making the employee enrollment selection experience easier, it's all about choice. Henry

    Ford Health has a new approach for its employee benefits program - My Choice

    Rewards. My Choice Rewards is a program as diverse as the people it serves. There are

    dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance

    and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an

    employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program

    (Henry Ford Enhanced), Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness, and a whole host of other benefits and services. Employee's classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

    Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

    Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is

    committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to

    race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height,

    weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information,

    or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.
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