Infection Control Coordinator monitors and investigates known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and contain outbreak. Reviews sterilization and disinfection techniques and recommends changes as needed. Being an Infection Control Coordinator provides related education to staff. Prepares simple cultures as needed for environmental and individual studies. Additionally, Infection Control Coordinator evaluates sterilization and disinfection methods and recommends changes as necessary. May require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Infection Control Coordinator contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. To be an Infection Control Coordinator typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
As a registered nurse - infection control (RN), you'll help control pathogens and prevent infections in healthcare facilities. Working at a hospital, nursing home, home health setting, ambulatory surgery center or another facility, you'll help reduce the spread of disease among patients and staff. Your responsibilities may include isolating and treating infected patients, creating disease management plans, gathering infection data, working with epidemiologists and government entities, and educating patients, staff and families. You'll play a critical role in preventing disease and helping your patients regain health.
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