Infection Control Manager develops and implements infection control policies designed to reduce or eliminate outbreaks in the facility. Develops and implements facility-wide infection prevention and control measures to protect patients, staff and visitors. Being an Infection Control Manager monitors patient care for compliance with established standards and investigates known or suspected sources of infections in order to determine the source and ensure control. Develops and provides related education to staff. Additionally, Infection Control Manager complies with state, federal and Joint Commission standards relating to infection control. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Infection Control Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Infection Control Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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An Infection Control / Registered Nurse (RN) delivers quality care consistent within the scope of practice as outlined by the local state nurse practice act for Registered Nurses.
The Infection Control RN works in accordance with local practice acts and regulations, delegates and ensures supervision of nursing activities and functions to other competent nursing personnel appropriate to their scope of practice.
The Infection Control RN will manage the responsibilities of the Infection Control Program and maintain the national standards for infection control in healthcare at all facilities.
The Infection Control RN will provide a safe, sanitary, and comfortable environment, and help prevent the development and transmission of communicable diseases and infections.
INFECTION PREVENTIONIST / REGISTERED NURSE (RN) MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSMust be a bachelors prepared (or higher) nurse with experience in healthcare infection control, who possesses (or obtains within six months of hire) certification in infection control from a nationally recognized organization such as the Association for Professionals in Infection Control (APIC); Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America (SHEA).
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