- Performs surveillance for healthcare acquired infections by monitoring and evaluating infection control data
- Monitors and reports communicable diseases as mandated by the public health department
- Compiles, monitors and reports Infection Control data
- Willingly assists in the performance of other duties as delegated by Infection Control Practitioner (e.g. during periods of increased workload or absence of another employee).
- Current licensure to practice licensed vocational nursing in the State of California.
- Two years experience of clinical nursing in a hospital setting preferred.
- Ability to analyze, interpret, summarize data into information for reporting findings.
- Ability to graphically display data using various formats preferred
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Effective professional writing and interpersonal communications skills
- Knowledge of computer software programs Word, Excel, E-mail, Power Point, and the internet/intranet
- Knowledge of Midas, eCW, Quadra-Med QCPR and Affinity; preferred
- Knowledge of DNV NIAHO Standards, Title 22, Conditions of Participation and ISO
- Time management skills, self-directed with time management skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with all customers, including but not limited to physicians, staff, patients, visitors, and surveyors
- Maintains confidentiality of all information handled.
- Visual and hearing acuity adequate for reading and interpreting medical record data and communicating with providers, clinical staff, customers and teams
- The majority of the work is done in an office setting. Prolonged sitting and keyboarding is required.
- Lifting at least 20 pounds.
- Manual dexterity with fine motor ability to operate and handle complex computerized equipment.
- Flexibility expected when major organizational projects are underway
- Available to respond to emergency situations
Infection Control Data Abstractor - Brawley, United States - PMHD
Description
POSITION SUMMARY: Infection Control Data Abstractor works under the direction of the Infection Control Practitioner and is accountable for abstracting, compiling, monitoring and reporting data from multiple electronic and non-electronic systems.
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1. 40 hours per week