Infection Preventionist

at Trinity Health in Maywood, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Description:

Great opportunity for a Infection Preventionist to work in an organization that focuses on treating the whole person, physically, emotionally and spiritually.

We are seeking an Infection Preventionist who is dedicated to providing exceptional care to those we serve at Loyola Medicine. In return, we provide a supportive atmosphere where you can grow your career and make a lasting impact.

Conduct surveillance of microbiology data with analysis of blood

stream infections, surgical site infections, ventilator-associated

pneumonias and multi-drug resistant organisms; feedback of data to

medical directors and administrators. Remain current in pertinent

literature and infection control practice. Direct and monitor Joint Commission survey preparation related to Infection Control. Develop infection control programs such as hand hygiene and implement these programs throughout the health system. Educate Clinical and non-clinical staff regarding infection control

practices.

Conducts infection surveillance and educates all staff levels within the organization with respect to infection control. Participates in program development designed to address local and national trends, and recommendations of organizations such as the Joint Commission and the Centers for Disease Control. Collects, measures, and analyzes data and pertinent research in the areas of infection control. Develops policy, procedure, presentations, and articles for internal and external publication. Consults on issues related to emergency management and construction.

We offer our employees:

+ Benefits from Day One

+ Competitive compensation

+ Career Development

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ On Site Fitness Center

+ Educational Stipend

+ Referral rewards

Our Promise to You:

Joining Loyola Medicine is being a part of an organization that treats the human spirit in our patients and in our colleagues. We are a part of a community which believes in giving back to those we serve.

We seek colleagues with:

Education:

Required: Bachelors Degree

Preferred: Masters Degree

Specify Degree(s): Nursing, Medical Technology, Epidemiology, Public Health

Experience:

Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience

Details: Minimum of 3 years in Infection Control and 3-5 years in field of clinical specialty.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran