Head Nurse - Infection Control directs nursing services activities for infection control. Supervises the implementation and maintenance of infection control policies and procedures as set forth by the infection control committee. Being a Head Nurse - Infection Control ensures isolation protocols are followed and that appropriate state and county organizations are notified of any reportable diseases. Prepares management reports as appropriate. Additionally, Head Nurse - Infection Control requires a bachelor's degree in nursing. Requires Registered Nurse (RN). Typically reports to a director. The Head Nurse - Infection Control manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Nurse - Infection Control typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1-3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
KPC Promise Hospital of SALT LAKE: The Infection Control Coordinator is responsible for the direction of the infection control program. He/She interfaces with all departments/services and is responsible for identifying, controlling, and preventing outbreaks of infections in the facility. This is accomplished through the collection and analysis of infection control data; the planning, implementation, and evaluation of infection prevention and control measures; the education of individuals about infection risk, prevention, and control; the development and revision of infection control policies and procedures; the investigation of suspected outbreaks of infection; and the provision of consultation on infection risk assessment, prevention and control strategies. The Employee Health Nurse interfaces with all departments/services and is responsible for the direction of the Employee Health Program, coordinates the daily activities of the employee Health Department by tracking and notifying employees due for injections and other employee health requirements, administers and documents all injections given through the Employee Health Department, audits and maintains Employee Health files, and tracks aggregating data for numerous reports.
QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical: Walking - up to 50% Standing - up to 50% Kneeling - up to 25%
Sitting - up to 50% Pushing - up to 25% Bending - up to 25%
Squatting - up to 25% Pulling - up to 25% Reaching - up to 25%
Lifting - up to 50 lbs Wrist/Finger Movements - up to 90%
Mental: Stress Level: High
EXPOSURE RISK: Category I – Jobs in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucus membranes or skin contact with blood, body fluids, tissues or potential spills or splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every healthcare provider in these jobs.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, MATERIALS, MACHINES USED: Computer, Microsoft Office software applications, telephone, calculator, facsimile machine, copier, printers, miscellaneous medical equipment and DME
CERTIFICATIONS: BLS, ACLS Certification recommended, ‘National Certification in Infection Control preferred
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