Job Description

Responsible for leading the development, implementation, and coordination of infection control policies, procedures, and activities.

Principal Accountabilities:

1. Implements Infection Prevention (IP) measures under the guidance of the IP manager.
2. Surveys, collects, analyzes and manages data.
3. Analyzes problem areas and determines solutions.
4. Partners with bed management for appropriate patient placement and must have the ability to identify the appropriate isolation precautions for various disease entities.
5. Reports to the CDC, State and Local health department.
6. Serves as an active member of the Infection Prevention Committee and other hospital- based committees.
7. Provides education as it relates to infection prevention for all levels of employees/medical staff, patients/families, and visitors.
8. Collaborates with all members of the health care team with a focus on promoting evidenced based care within a healing culture for the patient population served and their families.
9. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:
1. Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
2. Licensure for Registered Nurse.

Preferred:
1. 2 years of experience in Acute Care, Infection Prevention or relevant area.

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.