Infection Control Coordinator jobs in Denver, CO
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)
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- Denver Health
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Denver, CO
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Job SummaryUnder minimal supervision, designs, oversees, and manages all activities related to Infection Control and infection surveillance throughout Denver Health. For these activities, reports to the Infection Control Committee and the Medical Director of Infection Control and Prevention. Interacts with high level staff, including nursing directors, physician directors, executive staff, construction supervisors, et al., to trouble shoot infection control problems. Monitors and provides timely feedback of surveillance data related to the prevention of infections at Denver Health. Provides training throughout Denver Health and ensures that new employees’ receive orientation in infection control. Continuously evaluates and updates policies, procedures, and practices relating to infection control within the institution. Is responsible for assuring compliance of Denver Health with the Joint Commission standards on infection control. Assures compliance with state and federal regulations on infection control.
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Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesEducation: Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Microbiology Technology, or Public Health. Master’s preferred. Experience: Typically, two years experience directly related to infection control and prevention. Infection control experience in the healthcare setting and certification in infection control (CIC) required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Good working knowledge of Microbiology and medical terminology. Skilled in word processing, Excel, and Access databases. Skilled in decision making regarding appropriateness of care review, assist with research design planning, and analyzing and generating quality improvement reports. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with other internal and external team members to ensure timelines are met. ~Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider Certification/CPR. If RN, must have current license to practice in the state of Colorado. All Certifications and Licenses required for this job must be kept current as a condition of continued employment.
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Minimum: 82,800.00
Midpoint: 103,500.00
Maximum: 124,200.00
All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.
Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 18 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison and Safety, a Public Health department, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.
As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.
Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.
We strongly support diversity in the workforce and Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Denver Health is committed to provide equal treatment and equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. As an EOE, Denver Health does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
- 15 Days Ago
- Veterans Health Administration
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Aurora, CO
FULL_TIME
- The Infection Control Practitioner (ICP) practices with an expanded scope of practice that is population-based. This ICP role is administratively located within the Infectious Disease Section of Medic...
- 2 Days Ago
- Applied Control
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Englewood, CO
FULL_TIME
- Take control of your career at Applied Control! About Us: At Applied Control, employees enjoy a collaborative, team environment where we celebrate success and recognize and reward accomplishments. Our...
- 29 Days Ago
- South Platte Health and Rehabilitation Center LLC
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Brush, CO
FULL_TIME
- Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organizati...
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- University Heights Rehab and Care Community
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Aurora, CO
FULL_TIME
- Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organizati...
- 27 Days Ago
- TAK Communications
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Denver, CO
FULL_TIME
- Description Our family of companies make up one of the largest and fastest growing communications, broadband, and technology service companies in America. We strive daily to provide the best customer ...
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- Phaxis
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Denver, CO
- Job Description: General Description The RN is responsible for providing direct patientcare within the scope of their pr...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Sunrise Senior Living
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Denver, CO
- Overview The Medication Care Manager is responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services by adm...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
- OPPO, LLC
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Denver, CO
- Job Description Job Description Caregiver - 1114 Summary: Our Caregiver is the heart of our company. They provide servic...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
- OPPO, LLC
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Denver, CO
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- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Denver Rescue Mission
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Denver, CO
- Custodian Description The Custodian is a full-time non-exempt position of Denver Rescue Mission (DRM) which must agree w...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
- Sunrise Senior Living
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Denver, CO
- Overview The Resident Care Director (RCD) serves as the nursing clinical leader for the community and is responsible to ...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
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