Registered Nurse (RN) - Infection Control

OverviewJoin our dedicated healthcare team where compassion meets innovation! As a Registered Nurse with us, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and work-life balance. Ready to be a vital part of our mission? Apply today and bring your passion for nursing to a place where it truly matters!At Abrazo West Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matchGenerous paid time offCareer development and continuing education opportunitiesHealth savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accountsEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount programVoluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insuranceNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment statusJob SummaryPosition SummaryProfessional specialized in infection control. Coordinates infection control matters with other disciplines. Develops, implements, coordinates and evaluates a comprehensive infection control program for the hospital. Investigates and monitors known or potential sources of suspected infections in order to determine source and ensure control. Knows standard methods and criteria for identifying nosocomial infections. May assist employee health with exposures and illnesses.ResponsibilitiesDetects, records, analyzes and reports hospital acquired infections.Investigates infections, especially those occurring above established thresholds, and/or clusters among patients, analyzes and makes recommendations for correction.Develops and presents Infection Control reports to appropriate personnel, medical staff, and appropriate committees.Assists in implementing changes in hospital practice as mandated by regulatory/licensing agencies.Completes the required documents and reports information to Industrial Commission for workman's compensation cases.Coordinates infection control education for facility including new hires and annual updates.Serves as a resource to employees, patients, visitors, community members, families and physicians in areas related to infection control.Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assignedQualificationsMinimum RequirementsEducation: Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or related health science.Experience: 3 - 5 years clinical experience in acute care facilityLicensure/Certifications: Must be currently licensed, certified or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy. CPR. Must have National Certification in Infection Control (CIC) or obtain within 2 years of assuming the position.Special Skills:Ability to analyze, research data as related to transmission of infection.Excellent organizational, communication and time management skills.Maintains a current knowledge of infection control trends/methodologies and Employee Health Practices as it appliesPreferred RequirementsEducation: Academic degree in nursing (Bachelors or Master's degree) or related health science.Experience:5 years nursing experience in acute care1-2 years nursing experience in infection control or epidemiology experience#LI-SW2Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verifyThe employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.2603000320