Position Purpose:
Responsible for planning, developing, leading, monitoring, evaluating, and setting goals for the overall Infection Prevention Program organization wide, in accordance with federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations; and responsible for surveillance, reporting, identification and risk reduction of pandemic, endemic and epidemic healthcare acquired infections for patients and health care workers
What You Will Do:
Develops, implements and over-sees organization-wide infection prevention program.
Leads the Infection Prevention Committee with the Infectious Disease Provider to develop and implement the Annual Risk Assessment, objectives and goals.
Reviews and analyzes infection prevention data to develop goals and objectives for Infection Prevention Program.
Works closely with leaders and operational areas to ensure integration of infection prevention strategies at all levels of the organization. Integrates infection prevention strategies with other strategic initiatives.
Conducts rounds of clinical areas providing consultative services to Leaders, colleagues, patients and families related to infection prevention practices and regulations.
Critically evaluates surveillance data to identify trends, outbreaks and process improvement opportunities related to infection prevention and control, and reports findings to appropriate providers, Leaders, committees and agencies.
Hours/Schedule:
Full Time; 40 hours/week
Minimum Qualifications:
Licensed Registered Nurse, current in the State of Iowa, required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required
Master of Science in Nursing required, or willing to obtain within five years of hire.
Certification in Infection Control (CIC), required, or willing to obtain within two years of hire
A minimum of five years of professional nursing experience with demonstrated skills in communication.
A minimum of two years of infection control experience preferred with demonstrated skills in communication.
Experience in evaluating research studies
Must be able to read, write and or/speak English
Must provide proof of Mandatory Reporting for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse training prior to employment or within 6 months of hire and maintain current status per State of Iowa guidelines
Position Highlights and Benefits:
Education Assistance offered
Relocation Stipend offered to those relocating 50 miles or greater
Effective Day 1 Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, and more) for positions 16 hours per week or greater
Competitive wages; including weekend and night differentials
Generous paid time off program
Retirement Savings program with employer match starting on Day 1
Ministry/Facility Information:
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties. MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.
With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.
MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.