Overview Pay range for this position is $36.68 - $54.40/hour. Actual pay is based on years of licensure. POSITION SUMMARY: The Infection Preventionist RN is responsible for infection prevention control and education at an individual entity level necessary to support a robust Quality and Safety program. This individual will serve as a member of the patient care team to conduct patient reviews, analyze clinical care and promote appropriate care processes to prevent hospital acquired infections (HAIs). This individual will also develop, deliver, monitor and reinforce educational programs related to infection prevention and control methods and will serve as a coordinator for infection prevention and control process improvement projects. Works as part of the local Quality and Safety team in collaboration with facility leadership, nursing, medical staff and others within the facility and across the Ministry to assist in ensuring continuous regulatory readiness and ensuring employees have the tools and skills needed to achieve zero harm. Assists with the implementation of processes and key initiatives which support strategic patient safety goals and optimal health outcomes, including ministry wide clinical agenda implementation. Identify and report communicable diseases including extremely drug resistant organisms to local and state health departments as required by state and federal regulations. This individual will also conduct investigation of emergent or unusual clusters and pathogens and consult with state and local health departments, the Ministry Director of Infection Prevention and Control, and entity leadership. This individual will also serve as a member of various infection prevention and control councils and participate in the development, review and management of Infection Prevention and Control policies/procedures and the annual Infection Prevention and Control Plan. The Infection Preventionist RN provides clinical knowledge, expertise and guidance to non-RN Infection Prevention Practitioners. Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Licenses/Certifications: RN in current state Infection Control certification within 3 years Other skills/knowledge: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education: Master's Degree Experience: 2 years experience in Infection Prevention OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.