South Shore Health
Infection Preventionist Educator
South Shore Health, Weymouth, Massachusetts, us, 02188
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Requisition Number:
R-18548
Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg RoadWeymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SHS Infection Prevention & Control
Status:
Full time
Budgeted Hours:
40
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
The Infection Preventionist, (IP) reporting to the Infection Prevention Director, is responsible for identifying, investigating, monitoring, and reporting healthcare associated infections.
This individual will be responsible for creating and delivering educational content and disseminating IPC best practices throughout the system of care, collaborating with individual staff, providers and teams to ensure compliance with all applicable IPC standards. The IP also assesses, designs, presents, coordinates and evaluates system-wide Infection Prevention educational programs, in-services and orientation for staff organization-wide, to maintain a safe and healthy environment. The position does require knowledge of disease processes or diagnosis and contact and/or education provided to patients and families may be indicated.
Certification in Infection Prevention and Epidemiology or, attainment within 2 years after employment. Job Responsibilities:
Works with IP team to: • Develop, implement, and evaluate the organizational infection prevention program • Utilizes epidemiologic principles to conduct surveillance and investigations • Develop an annual surveillance plan and risk assessment based on the population(s) served, services provided, and analysis of surveillance data • Evaluate and modify the surveillance plan as necessary • Assist with the development and implementation of Infection Prevention policies and protocols • Communicates Infection Prevention policies and protocols • Communicate Infection Prevention information and data to various committees and healthcare workers across the organization as assigned. • Coordinates and monitors compliance with current CMS, CDC, OSHA, and local regulations, guidelines, and standards of practice concerning infection control and facilitates related training and education programs. • Consults on the evaluation of products and procedures.
Designs and delivers education in collaboration with the Infection Prevention Director • Performs an annual educational needs assessment for areas of responsibility • Develops individualized orientation and annual programs and tools for all staff members within the organization • Develops unit based/service based educational programs based on needs assessment • Coordinates policy and procedure in-services on all shifts, as indicated • Responds to and maintains a flexible approach to newly identified educational needs • Acts as an expert Infection Prevention educational liaison to the organization to optimize the effectiveness of care in achieving the desired outcomes • Assesses and addresses Infection Prevention learning needs of staff and associates • Creates educational goals, objectives, and strategies using learning principles and available educational tools and technology • Presents educational information at orientation and on an as-needed basis • Work with CPDS team to create education plans based on the learning needs assessment • Evaluates the effectiveness of educational programs and learner outcomes • Guides or participates in the education of patients and families in relation to infections and risk reduction strategies.
Regulatory Requirements: • Remains current on Infection Prevention regulatory and accreditation standards • Complies with regulatory and mandatory reporting requirements at the local, state and federal levels • Facilitates and assists in auditing for compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Performance Improvement/Quality Management: • Utilize QM methodology as a means of enacting change • Monitor, audit and analyze process and outcome measures to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability • Participate in QM committees, teams and initiatives as indicated.
Employee Health Services: • Review Employee Health policies and procedures related to IPC • Assess risk of occupational exposures to infectious disease • Understand work restrictions and recommendations related to communicable diseases or following an exposure
Professional accountability: • Pursue professional growth and development of required knowledge and skills • Obtain and maintain certification and licensure requirements • Establish at least one professional goal per year • Advocate for patient safety, health care worker safety, quality and safe practices • Participate in an Infection Prevention professional organization/association (APIC)
Collaboration • Consult and collaborate, as needed with local, state, and federal public health officials, and community health organizations • Involve multidisciplinary teams to ensure all stakeholder groups vet changes
Leadership and technology: • Utilize principles of influence, leadership and change management • Bring enthusiasm, creativity and innovation to practice • Work collaboratively with others, providing direction when necessary • Readily share knowledge and expertise • Contribute to the development of less-experienced healthcare providers through education and mentorship • Prepare and deliver infection prevention presentations
Research and implementation science • Evaluate (critically) research and evidence-based practices and incorporate appropriate findings into routine practice • Integrate evidence-based practices into policies, guidelines, protocols and educational strategies • Identify barriers for implementation and develop strategies to minimize or remove barriers • Implement strategies to sustain efforts such as audit tools and meaningful feedback
IPC informatics: • Be familiar with infection prevention software and other technology • Collaborate with IT to create meaningful electronic reports to enhance infection prevention initiatives
Fiscal responsibility: • Consider the financial/safety implication and clinical outcomes when making recommendations, evaluating technology and products, and developing policies and procedures • Use a systematic approach to evaluate costs, benefits, and efficacy • Incorporate fiscal assessments into program evaluations and/or reports
Technology and Learning a - Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization. b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.
Educational and Certification and Requirements • Baccalaureate degree in nursing, public health, epidemiology, clinical laboratory science or related science o BSN, MSN preferred with 5 years of clinical experience
Current license in MA • Completion of basic training program for infection prevention/control that includes on the job training and formal education and professional development in Infection Prevention. • Certification in Infection Prevention and Epidemiology or, attainment within 2 years after employment.
Required Licenses / Registrations RN - Registered Nurse
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Analytical • Problem Solving • Collaboration • Strong oral and written communication skills • Ability to implement evidence-based guidelines • Conflict resolution • Program and project management • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills • Commitment to adult learner education as a methodology for promoting continuous quality improvement in the delivery of patient care and services
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of pertinent computer software (EPIC preferred). Expertise in data collection and analysis, report writing, and data presentation
Monday through Friday
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts)
Requisition Number:
R-18548
Facility: LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg RoadWeymouth, MA 02190
Department Name:
SHS Infection Prevention & Control
Status:
Full time
Budgeted Hours:
40
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
The Infection Preventionist, (IP) reporting to the Infection Prevention Director, is responsible for identifying, investigating, monitoring, and reporting healthcare associated infections.
This individual will be responsible for creating and delivering educational content and disseminating IPC best practices throughout the system of care, collaborating with individual staff, providers and teams to ensure compliance with all applicable IPC standards. The IP also assesses, designs, presents, coordinates and evaluates system-wide Infection Prevention educational programs, in-services and orientation for staff organization-wide, to maintain a safe and healthy environment. The position does require knowledge of disease processes or diagnosis and contact and/or education provided to patients and families may be indicated.
Certification in Infection Prevention and Epidemiology or, attainment within 2 years after employment. Job Responsibilities:
Works with IP team to: • Develop, implement, and evaluate the organizational infection prevention program • Utilizes epidemiologic principles to conduct surveillance and investigations • Develop an annual surveillance plan and risk assessment based on the population(s) served, services provided, and analysis of surveillance data • Evaluate and modify the surveillance plan as necessary • Assist with the development and implementation of Infection Prevention policies and protocols • Communicates Infection Prevention policies and protocols • Communicate Infection Prevention information and data to various committees and healthcare workers across the organization as assigned. • Coordinates and monitors compliance with current CMS, CDC, OSHA, and local regulations, guidelines, and standards of practice concerning infection control and facilitates related training and education programs. • Consults on the evaluation of products and procedures.
Designs and delivers education in collaboration with the Infection Prevention Director • Performs an annual educational needs assessment for areas of responsibility • Develops individualized orientation and annual programs and tools for all staff members within the organization • Develops unit based/service based educational programs based on needs assessment • Coordinates policy and procedure in-services on all shifts, as indicated • Responds to and maintains a flexible approach to newly identified educational needs • Acts as an expert Infection Prevention educational liaison to the organization to optimize the effectiveness of care in achieving the desired outcomes • Assesses and addresses Infection Prevention learning needs of staff and associates • Creates educational goals, objectives, and strategies using learning principles and available educational tools and technology • Presents educational information at orientation and on an as-needed basis • Work with CPDS team to create education plans based on the learning needs assessment • Evaluates the effectiveness of educational programs and learner outcomes • Guides or participates in the education of patients and families in relation to infections and risk reduction strategies.
Regulatory Requirements: • Remains current on Infection Prevention regulatory and accreditation standards • Complies with regulatory and mandatory reporting requirements at the local, state and federal levels • Facilitates and assists in auditing for compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
Performance Improvement/Quality Management: • Utilize QM methodology as a means of enacting change • Monitor, audit and analyze process and outcome measures to evaluate the effectiveness and sustainability • Participate in QM committees, teams and initiatives as indicated.
Employee Health Services: • Review Employee Health policies and procedures related to IPC • Assess risk of occupational exposures to infectious disease • Understand work restrictions and recommendations related to communicable diseases or following an exposure
Professional accountability: • Pursue professional growth and development of required knowledge and skills • Obtain and maintain certification and licensure requirements • Establish at least one professional goal per year • Advocate for patient safety, health care worker safety, quality and safe practices • Participate in an Infection Prevention professional organization/association (APIC)
Collaboration • Consult and collaborate, as needed with local, state, and federal public health officials, and community health organizations • Involve multidisciplinary teams to ensure all stakeholder groups vet changes
Leadership and technology: • Utilize principles of influence, leadership and change management • Bring enthusiasm, creativity and innovation to practice • Work collaboratively with others, providing direction when necessary • Readily share knowledge and expertise • Contribute to the development of less-experienced healthcare providers through education and mentorship • Prepare and deliver infection prevention presentations
Research and implementation science • Evaluate (critically) research and evidence-based practices and incorporate appropriate findings into routine practice • Integrate evidence-based practices into policies, guidelines, protocols and educational strategies • Identify barriers for implementation and develop strategies to minimize or remove barriers • Implement strategies to sustain efforts such as audit tools and meaningful feedback
IPC informatics: • Be familiar with infection prevention software and other technology • Collaborate with IT to create meaningful electronic reports to enhance infection prevention initiatives
Fiscal responsibility: • Consider the financial/safety implication and clinical outcomes when making recommendations, evaluating technology and products, and developing policies and procedures • Use a systematic approach to evaluate costs, benefits, and efficacy • Incorporate fiscal assessments into program evaluations and/or reports
Technology and Learning a - Participates in continued learning and possess a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organization. b - Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently based on role.
Educational and Certification and Requirements • Baccalaureate degree in nursing, public health, epidemiology, clinical laboratory science or related science o BSN, MSN preferred with 5 years of clinical experience
Current license in MA • Completion of basic training program for infection prevention/control that includes on the job training and formal education and professional development in Infection Prevention. • Certification in Infection Prevention and Epidemiology or, attainment within 2 years after employment.
Required Licenses / Registrations RN - Registered Nurse
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Analytical • Problem Solving • Collaboration • Strong oral and written communication skills • Ability to implement evidence-based guidelines • Conflict resolution • Program and project management • Demonstrated leadership and communication skills • Commitment to adult learner education as a methodology for promoting continuous quality improvement in the delivery of patient care and services
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of pertinent computer software (EPIC preferred). Expertise in data collection and analysis, report writing, and data presentation
Monday through Friday
Responsibilities if Required:
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements:
RN-Registered Nurse - Board of Registration in Nursing (Massachusetts)