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    Infection Preventionist - Chicago, United States - Ascension Health

    Ascension Health
    Ascension Health Chicago, United States

    1 week ago

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    • Department: Total Quality Management

    • Schedule: Full Time, Days

    • Hospital: Ascension Resurrection Medical center

    • Location: Chicago, Illinois

    Benefits
    Paid time off (PTO)

    Various health insurance options & wellness plans

    Retirement benefits including employer match plans

    Long-term & short-term disability

    Employee assistance programs (EAP)

    Parental leave & adoption assistance

    Tuition reimbursement

    Ways to give back to your community


    _*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.).

    Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics._


    Responsibilities
    Plan, implement, and evaluate infection prevention and control measures.


    • Monitor and investigate known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control.
    • Review, analyze, and implement regulations, standards, and/or guidelines of applicable governmental agencies and professional organizations.
    • Collaborate in the development and delivery of educational programs and/or tools that relate to infection prevention, control, and epidemiology.
    • Report infection surveillance, prevention and control in formation to local, state and federal public health authorities in accordance with law and regulation.
    • Participate in the development of special studies designed to identify unusual epidemic situations or to evaluate the impact of new products, equipment or delivery of patient care.
    • Report results to fInfection Control Committee and other appropriate departments and/or committees.

    Requirements

    Licensure / Certification / Registration:

    • Preferred Credential(s):
    • BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
    • Certification specializing in Infection Control credentialed from the Certification Board ofInfection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (CBIC). Preferred upon hire or within three years ofemployment in role.
    • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Illinois Board of Nursing.

    Education:

    • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Bachelor's degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

    Additional Preferences
    Additional preferences.

    Perferred - 1 year IP experience in an acute care setting.


    Why Join Our Team
    Ascension Illinois delivers compassionate, personalized care throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs.

    As one of the largest health systems in Illinois with 15 hospitals and more than 230 sites of care, you will find an environment that allows you to thrive and create a career path you love.

    Join a diverse team of more than 17,000 associates and more than 600 providers who are dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all.


    Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

    Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community.

    Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.


    Equal Employment Opportunity Employer


    Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.


    For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) \_EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) \_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp\_10\) poster.


    As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists.

    Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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    Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.


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