Staff Nurse - RN - Infection Control jobs in Austin, TX

Job Summary

The Infection Control Nurse - RN is responsible for the administration of the Infection Prevention and Control Program, which includes the identification, investigation, reporting, prevention, education and control of nosocomial infections among patients and personnel. Will supervise staff infection prevention and control activities according to the hospital's policies and procedures while maintaining the hospital's philosophy. Supports the interpretation and implementation of policies, procedures and standards of care for infection prevention and control. The role is responsible for the ensuring all employees are provided a robust education program throughout the course of employment that enables them to master and demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to perform their duties

Essential Duties:

• Oversees the hospital’s infection control program ensuring that standards of care pertaining to infection control are developed and maintained per legal and regulatory requirements.
• Inspects facility/departments and reviews processes to identify infection control issues.
• Prepares reports, action plans, educates and monitors ongoing compliance with infection control standards.
• Monitor and evaluate training program’s effectiveness, success and ROI periodically and report on them.
• Maintains safe and healthy work environment by establishing and enforcing infection control standards; adhering to legal regulations; ensures any issues or problems are identified and corrective actions taken.
• Maintains professional, technical and regulatory knowledge.
• Upholds the Organization's ethics and customer service standards.
• Performs related duties, as requested.