Infection Prevention RN - Western Springs, United States - RML Specialty Hospital

RML Specialty Hospital Western Springs, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

The Infection Prevention Practitioner (IPP) reports directly to the Vice President of Operations with a secondary reporting structure to the current IPP. The IPP has accountability for the implementation of the Infection Prevention Program at RML Specialty Hospital.

The IPP is responsible for maintaining the system of identifying, reporting, investigating and controlling infections and communicable diseases of patients and personnel. In addition, the IPP monitors the visitor protocol regarding potential infectious disease and is a liaison between all departments and the VP of Operations with respect to issues of infection prevention.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists with the review and revision to the organizational Infection Prevention program to ensure compliance with all federal, state and external regulatory requirements.
In collaboration with the current RML IPP and the VP of Operations, revises and implements site specific Infection Prevention plans.
Assists in the development, revision, and implementation of policies and procedures regarding asepsis and infection prevention in accordance with accepted current standards of practice.
Maintains a system to reduce the spread of infection and communicable disease among patients, visitors and staff.
In collaboration with the current RML IPP, compiles and analyzes surveillance data to identify epidemiologically significant problems; develops appropriate measures for prevention and control of these problems. Identifies and assists with implementation of improved surveillance and reporting processes.
Prepares Infection Prevention reports to the Pharmacy, Nutrition, Therapeutics - Infection Prevention Committee and the Quality and Patient Safety Committee (QPSC).
Identifies, investigates and reports infections and outbreaks of communicable disease among patients and hospital staff, especially those occurring in clusters.
Leads performance improvement teams and/or work groups related to infection prevention issues.
Monitors patient care activities to identify methods, techniques, equipment, supplies or new products, which may constitute a risk of infection or those that may help reduce nosocomial infection.
Investigates patients, staff and visitors exposure to communicable diseases, e.g., chickenpox and tuberculosis. Serves as facility liaison to the Employee Health Nurse related to employee infection prevention issues. Communicates findings with the VP of Operations.
Investigates epidemiologically significant issues and develops appropriate measures for prevention and control of the problem identified. Reports findings and interventions to the VP of Operations.
Responsible for review of internal and external construction and issuing of Infection Prevention construction permits. Communicates all construction activity to the VP of Operations on a regular basis.
Interacts with regulatory agencies on reporting communicable diseases and conditions.
Responsible for communicating all Department of Public Health alerts to the organizational leaders as appropriate.
Insures regulatory compliance in maintaining Infection Prevention environmental requirements and all other related compliance issues.
Reviews and disseminates current Infection Prevention information to appropriate individuals or departments within the facility.
In collaboration with the current RML IPP and the VVP of Operations, develops and presents in-service education for the prevention and control of infection for all health care workers, patients and families. Participates in orientation of new employees and annual employee training.
Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with all hospital departments and contracted laboratory services related to Infection Prevention issues.
Responsible for self-education through current literature review, attending workshops, seminars, and formal courses relevant to Infection Prevention.
Exemplifies the RML REACH (Service Excellence) culture by demonstrating respect, excellence, appreciation, concern and honor in all interactions with patients, families and co-workers, and as identified in departmental and hospital wide behavioral expectations.

JOB REQUIREMENTS & CHARACTERISTICS

1. The interpersonal skills necessary to interact with staff, patients, families, medical staff, and other members of the healthcare team.

2. Ability to engage in logical, critical thinking to solve problems.

3. Ability to perform light physical work, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on an occasional basis, performing such activities as figuring, grasping, lifting, reaching, crouching and repetitive tasks.

4. Ability to walk to all areas of the hospital.

Knowledge & Experience

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Minimum of 2 years experience in Infection Prevention in an acute care setting.
Demonstrated knowledge of applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations related to Infection Prevention.
Proficiency with computer applications
Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field. (Master's preferred)

License/

Certification

Illinois Registered Nurse

National certification in Infection Prevention (i.e. APIC) or within 12 months

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