Infection Prevention Specialist
Job Posting for Infection Prevention Specialist at UW Health in Northern Illinois
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POSITION SUMMARY: Develops and coordinates activities and infection control measures which prevent and control the spread of infectious diseases throughout the Health System. Educates staff and provides ongoing orientation programs relating to infection control and disease prevention. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as Health System initiatives. |
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EDUCATION/TRAINING: Bachelor’s Degree in Healthcare related field. |
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LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: Experience in Infection Control/Prevention and/or Public Health required. Board Certification in Infection Control preferred. |
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EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Infection Prevention experience in acute care setting or clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting. Knowledge of principles of epidemiology and infectious disease. Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with patients, physicians, families, managers and members of the community under varied conditions. Excellent organizational, critical-thinking and conflict resolution skills required. Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill validation tools. |
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
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Job openings at UW Health in Northern Illinois
Rockford, IL
Full Time
Rockford, IL
Full Time
Rockford, IL
Full Time
Rockford, IL
Full Time
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