University of California- Davis Health
Infection Control Assistant Nurse Manager
University of California- Davis Health, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Job Summary
Registered Nurses in the Infection Prevention Department at UC Davis Medical Center provide expertise in Infection Prevention & Control and Hospital Epidemiology for patients and staff in all areas of the Medical Center, Hospital Service Departments (HSDs), and hospital-based clinics as well as the entire network of Primary Care Network (PCNs) under UC Davis Health.The Assistant Nurse Manager in Infection Prevention is a registered nurse responsible for the operation of the department during normal operational hours, when scheduled, as well as in the absence of the Department Manager or Director. The Assistant Nurse Manager must have a strong foundation of clinical knowledge in infection prevention and hospital epidemiology on which to base judgments and make decisions, organizing abilities to direct and oversee various and multifaceted infection prevention tasks and operations of the department. The Assistant Nurse Manager must have strong interpersonal skills necessary to facilitate communication and the work of others. The Assistant Nurse Manager accepts the responsibility for, and is accountable for, his/her own nursing practice. The Assistant Nurse Manager also seeks out and pursues opportunities for learning and assumes responsibility for their own self-development. Registered nurses, certified in infection prevention, must be knowledgeable in their field and skillful in performing the Assistant Nurse Manager role. Three fundamental responsibilities for Assistant Nurse Manager include planning, coordinating, and evaluating departmental activities and personnel.In addition, the Assistant Nurse Manager identifies and implements appropriate infection prevention interventions as necessary and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as an expert resource to other members of the infection prevention team as well as others throughout the health system as assigned in order to promote compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient-centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating infection prevention practices that promote safe patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with American Nurses' Association Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.Apply By Date: September 13th, 2024; at 11:59 pmQualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Valid California Registered Nurse License without restrictionAmerican Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPRGraduation from an accredited school of nursing.3-5 years as an infection preventionist in the acute care settingAbility to read, write, speak, and understand the English languageAbility to utilize medical terminology appropriatelyKnowledge of current trends in nursingCommitment to excellence in patient careEffective interpersonal skillsDemonstrates accountability and professionalismAdapts to change in a positive, professional and productive mannerKnowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentationKnowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practiceBasic computer skillsAbility to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patientsPreferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in NursingMaster's Degree, or equivalent experience/training.Leadership/Supervisory experienceKey Responsibilities
60% - Nursing Process and Practice25% - Leadership and Management5% - Professional Development5% - Quality5% - Nursing ResearchDepartment Overview
The Infection Prevention and Hospital Epidemiology Department is responsible for the entire Infection Prevention program that spans the inpatient and ambulatory sites of care, developing department plans and goals using evidence-based best practices; and ensuring regulatory compliance. The Department plays an integral part of policy development for emergency preparedness pertaining to a pandemic or bioterror attack. We maintain a close association with State and County Health Departments as well as the Centers for Disease Control.Physical Demands
Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursWalking - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursSitting - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursLifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursPushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursPushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 HoursPushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 HoursBending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursSquatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 HoursTwisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursClimbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 HoursReaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 HoursKeyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursSpecial Requirements
This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirementsDiversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our
Principles of Community , our
Anti-Discrimination Policy , and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.
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Registered Nurses in the Infection Prevention Department at UC Davis Medical Center provide expertise in Infection Prevention & Control and Hospital Epidemiology for patients and staff in all areas of the Medical Center, Hospital Service Departments (HSDs), and hospital-based clinics as well as the entire network of Primary Care Network (PCNs) under UC Davis Health.The Assistant Nurse Manager in Infection Prevention is a registered nurse responsible for the operation of the department during normal operational hours, when scheduled, as well as in the absence of the Department Manager or Director. The Assistant Nurse Manager must have a strong foundation of clinical knowledge in infection prevention and hospital epidemiology on which to base judgments and make decisions, organizing abilities to direct and oversee various and multifaceted infection prevention tasks and operations of the department. The Assistant Nurse Manager must have strong interpersonal skills necessary to facilitate communication and the work of others. The Assistant Nurse Manager accepts the responsibility for, and is accountable for, his/her own nursing practice. The Assistant Nurse Manager also seeks out and pursues opportunities for learning and assumes responsibility for their own self-development. Registered nurses, certified in infection prevention, must be knowledgeable in their field and skillful in performing the Assistant Nurse Manager role. Three fundamental responsibilities for Assistant Nurse Manager include planning, coordinating, and evaluating departmental activities and personnel.In addition, the Assistant Nurse Manager identifies and implements appropriate infection prevention interventions as necessary and evaluates results for a wide variety of patient populations, directs and acts as an expert resource to other members of the infection prevention team as well as others throughout the health system as assigned in order to promote compliance and support for policies. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient-centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating infection prevention practices that promote safe patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with American Nurses' Association Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care.Apply By Date: September 13th, 2024; at 11:59 pmQualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Valid California Registered Nurse License without restrictionAmerican Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPRGraduation from an accredited school of nursing.3-5 years as an infection preventionist in the acute care settingAbility to read, write, speak, and understand the English languageAbility to utilize medical terminology appropriatelyKnowledge of current trends in nursingCommitment to excellence in patient careEffective interpersonal skillsDemonstrates accountability and professionalismAdapts to change in a positive, professional and productive mannerKnowledge of legal implications in clinical practice and documentationKnowledge of performance improvement and evidence-based practiceBasic computer skillsAbility to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patientsPreferred Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in NursingMaster's Degree, or equivalent experience/training.Leadership/Supervisory experienceKey Responsibilities
60% - Nursing Process and Practice25% - Leadership and Management5% - Professional Development5% - Quality5% - Nursing ResearchDepartment Overview
The Infection Prevention and Hospital Epidemiology Department is responsible for the entire Infection Prevention program that spans the inpatient and ambulatory sites of care, developing department plans and goals using evidence-based best practices; and ensuring regulatory compliance. The Department plays an integral part of policy development for emergency preparedness pertaining to a pandemic or bioterror attack. We maintain a close association with State and County Health Departments as well as the Centers for Disease Control.Physical Demands
Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursWalking - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursSitting - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursLifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursPushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursPushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 HoursPushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 HoursBending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursSquatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 HoursTwisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ HoursClimbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 HoursReaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 HoursKeyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 HoursSpecial Requirements
This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirementsDiversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our
Principles of Community , our
Anti-Discrimination Policy , and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.
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