Position:System Nurse Director-Infection Prevention CIC Employment Type: Full Time Location: Roanoke, VA Salary: $110,000-$160,000 + Full Benefits Hiring Organization: Acute Care Hospital
Beacon Award Winner Seeks System Clinical Director for Infection Prevention
An award-winning Magnet hospital in Virginia is hiring a certified and skilled Infection Prevention Leader for their Infection Control Program across the entire health system. The ideal candidate is a skilled leader who is experienced in infection prevention initiatives and can inspire their team to deliver the best quality care.
The System Nurse Director-Infection Prevention CIC role provides safety centered policies and will help to ensure a safer health environment. This leadership role will be able to work with nationally recognized nursing staff and be a part of a multi-site team focused on achieving optimal levels of health and safety.
Responsibilities for the System Nurse Director-Infection Prevention CIC:
Manage the Infection Control team and initiatives across the whole health system
Perform regular infection prevention risk assessments and evaluate current prevention plans
Coordinate policies and initiatives for educating staff on improving hospital hygiene compliance
Analyze data to make informed recommendations to lower infection rates
Act as main point of contact for maintaining compliance with all regulatory, federal, state and third-party accreditation requirements
Collaborate efficiently with the Infection Prevention Committee Chair and the robust multidisciplinary team
Guide hospital staff to practice evidence-based infection prevention to provide patient safety and preventive measures
Evaluate and improve methodology, productivity and workflow to achieve the highest value of care
Requirements for the System Nurse Director-Infection Prevention CIC:
BSN from an accredited school of nursing, required
Valid Virginia or multi state privilege RN license
5+ years experience with epidemiology, infection prevention, data collection, related regulatory and recommending bodies
Infection Control certification (CIC) by Board of Infection Prevention, required
1+ years experience in related leadership role preferred
Why You’ll Love It:
Competitive salary with full suite of benefits
Working with expert health team
Staff-centered policies and leadership
Gorgeous Virginia location with access to many major areas