Summary The incumbent is responsible for assisting with the organization, coordination, implementation and ongoing management of the Infection Prevention Program within the Department of Quality, Safety and Value (QSV), located within the St. Cloud VA Health Care System in St. Cloud, MN. Responsibilities Major duties: Assists with developing, analyzing and reporting all Infection Prevention/Multi-Drug Resistant Organism (MDRO) monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to Service Lines/Program Areas, Infection Prevention Committee, Environment of Care Counsel, Medical Executive Board, Antimicrobial Stewardship Committee and other committees and workgroups as indicated. Reviewing appropriate CPRS patient information and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) reports to clarity and collect data: type of organism/infection, trends, surveillance, and other epidemiological analyses. Developing educational offerings, storyboards, and/or staff notices as guided by the Infection Prevention Nurse/MIDRO Coordinator to convey program information to target audiences. Conducts follow-up monitoring evaluation activities or special studies involving Infection Prevention processes Participates in environment of care rounds, construction rounds and other types of rounding as needed to identity infection prevention risks or issues. Tracking and reviewing data and event information for entry in the Inpatient Evaluation Center (IPEC) database. Performing coverage duties when the Infection Prevention Nurse and/or MDRO Coordinator is out of the office in collaboration with the Director, QSV. Assisting with the planning of Lean Six Sigma education events and project tracking. Performing other related quality management related duties as assigned. Adhering to the highest level of confidentiality when managing individual protected information. Protects generated information from unauthorized release and from loss, alteration or unauthorized deletion. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am to 4:00pm Telework: Ad-hoc telework may be available at Supervisors discretion. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Program Support Assistant/PD904230 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being. Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 You may be required to serve a probationary period Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 11/21/2024. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-07 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-06. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service. An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade. Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. You may qualify based on your experience as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-06 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized includes: Collecting and analyzing data and statistical information and preparing reports based on analysis; utilizing office automation programs and software to create reports, spreadsheets, and complete assignments; develops graphs and charts to display trending and tracking patterns, scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings; coordinating the distribution of documents for review and signature by various stakeholders; composing correspondence, reviewing and editing for completeness, and distributing information to targeted audience. Preferred experience in developing an agenda, recording meeting minutes and formatting policies. You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Analytical Thinking Attention to Detail Computer Skills Customer Service Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work is predominately sedentary in nature with some walking, bending, carrying books, binders or files. Intense concentration is needed when performing all aspects of work to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Work Environment: The majority of the work is performed in an office setting; however, the incumbent will frequently use meeting room space and may visit all areas of the medical center as part of routine work. The work involves everyday risks and discomforts typical of offices and meeting rooms. Infrequent travel may be required. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Education There is no educational substitution at this grade level. Additional Information This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.