Director Infection Prevention
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Job DescriptionJob Summary The Director Infection Prevention is responsible for the effective development, implementation, evaluation and surveillance of organizational infection control initiatives, standards and compliance. This position is also responsible for the direction of the operation of the infection prevention and control/epidemiology department, including education of Team Members and consultation with the organization, CDC, and the county and state health departments. The responsibilities encompass compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC) standards, CMS, OSHA, and state regulations, outbreak investigation, and overall direction of the infection prevention and control program.QualificationsEducation Required:Bachelor's Degree RequiredEducation Preferred:Master's Degree in Public Health, relevant experience considered in lieu of educationExperienced Required:At least 5 years of relevant experience with progressive responsibility. Experience in Nursing with Epidemiology/Infectious Diseases and Methodology focus. Departmental management experience.Knowledge of data collection, trending, analysis, and presentation2+ years in leadership experienceCulture of the facility/unit: very busy 612 bed academic medical center with a Children's Hospital. This candidate must have experience in leading an infection prevention department and/or program at a Large Acute Care FacilityLicense/Certification Required:Registered Nurse with Certification in Infection Control required; active Georgia Registered Nurse licensure, may obtain within 6 months of hire#FTEs: 4 Direct Reports Why is This a Great OpportunityGreat benefits. Relo offered!Locations Savannah